Broseley Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broseley’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 38.1% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This places the area firmly within the safer end of the national spectrum, though the data reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 15 of the 31 reported incidents—48.4% of the total. This category’s rate (2.5 per 1,000) is 12% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect Broseley’s smaller population and lower levels of concentrated social activity. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 16.1% of all crimes, despite being 45% below the national average. The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and bank holidays, likely plays a role in these patterns, as outdoor drinking and socialising may amplify incidents of disorder. Criminal damage and arson—though fewer in number—exceeded the UK average by 29%, suggesting a potential imbalance in local enforcement or reporting practices for this category. The area’s overall crime profile aligns with its character as a built-up area within Shropshire, where historical and economic factors may contribute to lower crime rates compared to more densely populated or urban regions. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour and burglary underscores the need for continued monitoring of seasonal influences on local safety.

May 2024 saw significant spikes in anti-social behaviour, public order offences, and burglary, each doubling from April’s figures. Anti-social behaviour, which rose by 150%, now accounts for 16.1% of total crimes, a rate 45% below the UK average. This increase may be linked to extended evenings and bank holidays, which often correlate with heightened social activity. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, comprising 48.4% of all crimes, though this rate is 12% below the UK average. The rise in burglary cases—doubling from one to two incidents—suggests potential vulnerabilities in residential security, particularly as outdoor socialising increases. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics, with Broseley’s residents experiencing a mix of below-average rates and targeted spikes in specific categories.

Broseley’s crime rate in May 2024 rose 10.7% compared to the previous month, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the consistency of local policing efforts. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 193 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within Broseley’s population of 5,983. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when scaled to Broseley’s population. increase from April suggests a need for ongoing vigilance. The area’s small size and relatively low population density may contribute to the manageable nature of its crime profile, with residents experiencing fewer incidents than the national average. However, the month-on-month rise indicates that local factors—such as seasonal activity or community events—could be influencing crime trends, warranting further observation.