Long Sutton Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Long Sutton’s June 2023 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 20% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflecting the built-up area’s relative safety. The crime profile shows a clear dominance of violent offences, which accounted for 35% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.5%) and criminal damage and arson (15%). This mix suggests a community grappling with interpersonal tensions and property-related disputes, though the absence of major property crimes like burglary (only 3 cases) indicates limited vulnerability to such incidents. Seasonal factors likely play a role: as June marks the start of summer, increased foot traffic from tourists and longer daylight hours may have contributed to a rise in public order and anti-social behaviour. Conversely, the low rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and other theft (0.2 per 1,000) may reflect the area’s rural character, where fewer vehicles and personal items are left unattended. While the surge in violent crimes and criminal damage raises questions, the overall safety margin compared to the UK average suggests that local initiatives or community dynamics may be mitigating broader trends. The data also highlights a paradox: despite being 20% below the UK average, Long Sutton’s rate for criminal damage and arson is 56% higher than the national figure, indicating that specific challenges—such as vandalism or arson in public spaces—require targeted attention.

June 2023 witnessed a dramatic 250% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 4 to 14 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 500% spike in criminal damage and arson (from 1 to 6 cases), indicates a shift in crime dynamics. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also rose sharply, with public order cases multiplying threefold. Long Sutton’s rate for violence and sexual offences (2.4 per 1,000) is 18% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may temper broader trends. Conversely, criminal damage and arson (1.0 per 1,000) are 56% above the UK average, pointing to localized issues that warrant attention. The 50% decline in other theft (from 2 to 1) offers a counterpoint, hinting at potential improvements in specific crime prevention efforts.

Long Sutton’s crime rate in June 2023 (6.8 per 1,000 residents) marks a stark contrast to the previous month’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000, reflecting a 233.2% increase. This surge, while significant, remains 20% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 146 residents, a figure that underscores the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. Daily crime counts averaged roughly one incident per day over June, a manageable frequency in a community of 5,853 residents. This context suggests that while crime has risen, the scale remains low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with the increase, residents face a lower risk of encountering crime than the UK average, offering a nuanced view of the area’s safety profile.