Broseley Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour remains the dominant force shaping Broseley's crime profile in August 2023, accounting for 41.7% of all reported crimes. With 15 incidents recorded, this category far exceeds the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000 (74% above), suggesting a localised challenge in managing community disturbances. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents places Broseley 25.9% below the UK average of 8.1, reflecting a consistently lower-than-national crime environment. This pattern is reinforced by the second most common category, violence and sexual offences (22.2% of total crimes), which sits 51% below the UK average. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—may contribute to the elevated anti-social behaviour figures, as increased tourism and transient populations could strain local resources. Criminal damage and arson (16.7% of total crimes) shows a 59% gap above the UK average, linked to the area's historic buildings and seasonal property management challenges. While property crimes (10 incidents) make up 27.8% of the total, the balance between property and violent crime remains skewed towards property offences, a trend consistent with Broseley's character as a small built-up area with limited commercial density. This data illustrates a community where community cohesion and seasonal pressures play a significant role in shaping crime patterns.

August 2023 saw a 500% increase in criminal damage and arson cases, rising from 1 to 6 incidents—a stark shift that could reflect heightened vandalism during the summer months or targeted acts against unoccupied properties. Conversely, other theft crimes dropped 75% (from 4 to 1), possibly due to increased police visibility or seasonal changes in property management. Anti-social behaviour's dominance (41.7% of total crimes) contrasts sharply with UK averages, where the category typically accounts for 1.4 per 1,000 incidents. This suggests a specific local dynamic, tied to Broseley's built-up area status and seasonal visitor influx. Violence and sexual offences, while below the UK average (51% lower), remained a persistent concern with 8 incidents recorded. The data also reveals bicycle theft (2.8% of total crimes) is 122% above the UK average, a figure that may relate to Broseley's cycling infrastructure or transient populations. These variations highlight the combination of local demographics, seasonal trends, and policing priorities in shaping the area's unique crime profile.

Broseley's August 2023 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 2.9% increase from the previous month's 5.9, indicating a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may seem low but warrants context. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 166 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable UK towns. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a 1-in-166 chance of experiencing a crime during August. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Broseley's crime environment is safer than the national average, with its total crime rate 25.9% below the UK benchmark. However, this comparative advantage is not evenly distributed across crime categories, as anti-social behaviour remains significantly elevated. The interplay between Broseley's small built-up area status and its seasonal dynamics—such as increased tourism during August—creates a unique context where crime prevention strategies must balance local needs with external pressures. These figures underscore the importance of maintaining community engagement initiatives to sustain this relatively low crime environment.