Balsall Common Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Balsall Common, the risk of encountering crime in June 2023 remains low compared to the UK average, with a recorded rate of 5.3 crimes per 1,000 people—37.6% below the national figure of 8.5. This per-capita perspective translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 188 residents, a statistic that underscores the area’s generally safe environment. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 27.3% of all incidents, though this rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 49% below the UK average. Other theft followed closely, contributing 22.7% of total crimes, yet this category is strikingly 85% above the UK rate, suggesting local factors that may amplify this particular risk. Seasonal context may also play a role, as June marks the start of summer—a time when outdoor activity and tourism increase, influencing crime patterns. However, the area’s overall safety profile, particularly in violent crime, appears to be bolstered by factors such as strong community engagement or effective policing strategies. The balance between property and violent crime further illustrates the combination of local dynamics, with property-related offences like vehicle crime and other theft showing higher rates than the national average, while violent crime remains relatively contained.

June 2023 marked a sharp rise in other theft, with incidents surging by 233% compared to May, driven from three to ten cases. This category alone contributed 22.7% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 85%. Meanwhile, shoplifting and drug-related offences both doubled from their previous month’s counts, indicating potential shifts in criminal activity or increased reporting. Violent crime remained below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 27.3% of total crimes at 1.5 per 1,000—49% below the national rate. This contrast highlights a mixed picture: while property crime rates are rising, violent crime remains relatively low. Residents may find the surge in other theft particularly relevant, as it suggests a need for heightened awareness around personal belongings in public spaces.

For residents of Balsall Common, the crime rate in June 2023 rose to 5.3 per 1,000 people, a 12.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.7. This translates to approximately one reported crime every 188 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the risk in everyday terms. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one crime per day, a statistic that aligns with the low overall rate compared to the UK average. The population of 8,281 means that the likelihood of any individual experiencing crime remains relatively low, though the shift in crime types between May and June warrants attention. The increase in specific categories, such as other theft, may partly reflect seasonal patterns—longer evenings and increased foot traffic in local businesses could contribute to this trend. However, the broader picture remains one of a community with a crime profile significantly below the national average, suggesting effective local measures or demographic factors that keep crime rates in check.