Broseley Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broseley's September 2024 crime profile reveals a striking imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former accounting for 42.3% of all incidents compared to 23.1% for anti-social behaviour. At 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall rate is 42.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a gap that reflects broader patterns of lower urban density and community cohesion typical of Shropshire's built-up areas. Violence and sexual offences (11 cases) dominate the monthly breakdown, a category where Broseley's rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 31% below the UK average. This contrast with property crimes, which are even further below the UK rate (6 cases total), suggests a unique dynamic where community-focused policing or social networks may mitigate theft-related incidents. Seasonal factors in September—back-to-school transitions and the start of university freshers' week—may contribute to the spike in violent crimes, as younger demographics gather in public spaces. The low rate of property crimes, however, aligns with Broseley's character as a relatively quiet, low-density built-up area where visible policing and local community engagement likely play a role. These patterns raise questions about how local factors, such as the absence of major retail hubs or nightlife venues, shape crime trends differently than in larger urban centres.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in Broseley's crime mix, with violent crimes (11 incidents) outpacing property crimes (6) by a significant margin. This imbalance contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 31% of all crimes compared to Broseley's 42.3%. The month-on-month changes reveal a 100% increase in public order offences (from 0 to 1) and other theft (from 0 to 1), potentially linked to the start of the school term and increased foot traffic in local areas. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 25% (from 4 to 3), possibly due to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity as nights draw in. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 14.3% (from 7 to 6), a trend that may reflect temporary community efforts or targeted interventions. Broseley's rate for 'other crime' (0.3 per 1,000) is 76% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), a category that includes minor offences like vandalism or public nuisance. Residents might find the increase in public order offences particularly relevant, as these often occur in public spaces and could impact local quality of life during peak times such as evenings and weekends.

Broseley's crime rate in September 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, with no change from the 4.4 per 1,000 residents figure. This consistency suggests that local factors, rather than temporary fluctuations, are shaping the area's crime picture. On a daily basis, Broseley recorded approximately 1 crime per day in September—a rate that, while not zero, is exceptionally low for a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents, a figure that places Broseley well within the lower end of UK crime exposure benchmarks. When scaled to Broseley's population of 5,983, the 26 total crimes represent a manageable burden, with the majority of incidents concentrated in violent and anti-social categories. This low crime density is particularly noteworthy given Broseley's location in Shropshire, a county that typically sees higher crime rates in larger towns. The area's small population and likely reliance on community policing may contribute to this outcome, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such links. Residents should note that while the overall rate is low, the rise in public order and other theft offences indicates areas for vigilance, particularly in public spaces during transitional seasons like September.