Bayston Hill Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bayston Hill’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 67.5% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s generally low levels of criminal activity, which have been consistent with its built-up, rural-adjacent character within Shropshire. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.7% of the 14 total incidents reported, followed by anti-social behaviour (28.6%) and criminal damage and arson (14.3%). These figures suggest a crime profile skewed towards interpersonal and property-related incidents rather than large-scale or organised crime. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns, as July is a peak month for tourism and festivals in the area. The absence of major retail hubs or high-density residential zones may partly explain the relatively low rates of theft and burglary, though the small number of incidents makes it challenging to draw definitive conclusions. The low overall crime rate, combined with the absence of significant spikes in property crime, may reflect the area’s smaller population and lower foot traffic compared to larger urban centres. However, the 100.0% increase in criminal damage and arson—despite remaining a minor category—raises questions about potential local triggers, such as targeted vandalism during summer events or increased outdoor activity. These findings are consistent with broader trends in Bayston Hill, where crime rates have historically remained well below national averages, though further analysis would be needed to identify specific contributing factors.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in July 2023 was a 100.0% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 0 to 2 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts with the 55.6% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 9 to 4 cases. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 28.6%, from 7 to 5, marking a significant shift in the crime mix. Bayston Hill’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.0 per 1,000) is 64% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent trend in lower violent crime compared to national levels. The absence of property crimes in the top three categories this month, compared to their presence in other months, may reflect seasonal patterns such as reduced retail activity during summer holidays.

July 2023 saw a 39.0% decrease in Bayston Hill’s crime rate compared to the previous month, dropping from 4.4 to 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile, which has consistently remained well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in July, reflecting the small total number of incidents (14) spread across 31 days. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 372 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against Bayston Hill’s population of 5,212, this monthly exposure rate highlights the area’s safety compared to larger urban centres. The decline from June to July may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as the timing of local festivals or reduced foot traffic during summer evenings from the data alone.