Broseley Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broseley’s August 2024 crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.5% of all reported crimes, a category that remains 37% below the UK average. This figure, combined with anti-social behaviour (26.9%) and criminal damage and arson (15.4%), highlights a distinct pattern in the area’s crime profile. The overall crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places Broseley significantly below the national average of 8.2, a gap of 46.3% that underscores the area’s relative safety. This low rate is consistent with Broseley’s character as a small built-up area within Shropshire, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors also play a role, with August—a peak holiday month—potentially influencing crime patterns. The rise in criminal damage and arson could be linked to increased property neglect during the summer, while the decline in violent crime may reflect fewer public gatherings. However, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour, though still below the UK average, suggests ongoing challenges in managing community tensions. The data also reveals that shoplifting, though minimal, is 58% below the UK average, a trend tied to Broseley’s limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. These findings collectively illustrate an area with a generally low crime profile, but one where targeted interventions may be needed to address specific rising concerns.

August 2024 saw a stark increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to four incidents—a 300% surge. This shift contrasts with a 37.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 16 to 10, the most significant reduction among all categories. The drop in violent crime aligns with Broseley’s overall rate being 46.3% below the UK average, a figure that includes a 37% deficit in violent crimes compared to the national benchmark of 2.7 per 1,000. Meanwhile, shoplifting incidents doubled, rising from one to two, though this remains 58% below the UK average. These fluctuations may reflect seasonal dynamics, with the holiday period potentially driving property damage while reduced public gatherings contribute to lower violent crime. Residents may find the 37.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences particularly reassuring, as it suggests improved safety during the summer months.

Broseley’s August 2024 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents reflects a 7.1% decline from the previous month’s 4.7, marking a modest but consistent downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the low frequency of incidents relative to the population of 5,983. When scaled to monthly exposure, this translates to one reported crime for every 230 residents, a statistic that places Broseley well within the safer end of the UK spectrum. This ratio is particularly meaningful for local residents, offering a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area’s relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres, where higher population concentrations often correlate with increased incidents. While the overall rate remains stable, the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in criminal damage and arson—suggests evolving patterns that may warrant closer attention from local authorities.