Broseley Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Broseley's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 25% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.0. This anomaly contrasts with national patterns, particularly in violence and sexual offences, which occurred at 2.2 per 1,000—19% below the UK average. The area's crime profile reveals a distinct mix, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 36.1% of total crimes, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at the same proportion. Other theft and public order offences each contributed 8.3%, while criminal damage and arson accounted for another 8.3%. This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal and community-level incidents rather than property crimes, which made up only 8.3% of reported crimes. October's seasonal context—darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—likely influenced these patterns. The lower-than-average violent crime rate may reflect Broseley's character as a smaller, more cohesive built-up area within Shropshire, where community engagement and local policing could contribute to reduced incidents. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which will be explored in the highlights section, indicates areas requiring closer attention.

October 2023 saw an 85.7% surge in anti-social behaviour, rising from 7 to 13 incidents—a stark contrast to the 19% UK average for this category. This increase, despite a 12.1% overall drop in the area's crime rate compared to September, suggests shifting dynamics in local social interactions. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 18.2% (11 to 13), though they remained 19% below the UK average. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 57.1% (7 to 3), possibly due to seasonal factors or targeted interventions. The breakdown reveals a paradox: while property crimes remained low (6 total), the proportion of violent and anti-social incidents was high. For residents, the spike in anti-social behaviour—now 72% above the UK average for this category—may be particularly notable, with 13 incidents reported over 31 days. This figure translates to roughly 0.42 incidents per day, a rate that could impact community safety perceptions. The data also shows that public order offences fell by 25% (4 to 3), a decline consistent with reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. These shifts highlight the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing strategies in shaping Broseley's crime profile.

Broseley's crime rate in October 2023 (6.0 per 1,000) marked a 12.1% decrease from September's 6.9, reflecting a downward trend in the area's overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 1 reported crime per day across Broseley's 5,983 residents—a frequency that, while non-zero, remains lower than many comparable UK towns. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's relatively low crime density compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to Broseley's population, the 13 incidents of violence and sexual offences represent 2.16 per 1,000 residents, a figure that, while 19% below the UK average, still necessitates vigilance given the category's disproportionate share of total crimes. The 72% gap between Broseley's anti-social behaviour rate (2.2 per 1,000) and the UK average (1.3 per 1,000) presents a unique challenge, as this category now accounts for 36.1% of all reported crimes. This discrepancy suggests that local factors—such as community dynamics, public spaces, or seasonal events—may be amplifying anti-social incidents in ways that diverge from national trends. For residents, the combination of lower property crime rates and higher interpersonal incidents illustrates a community where social cohesion appears strong but where targeted interventions may be needed to address the rise in disruptive behaviour.