Long Sutton Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

December 2024 marked a sharp contrast in Long Sutton's crime profile, with the area's overall rate of 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents placing it 38% below the UK average. This performance, while positive, was shaped by seasonal dynamics, including the Christmas shopping peak and the extended holiday period. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.3% of all incidents — a figure that, while significantly lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlights the persistent challenge of interpersonal crime in the area. Other theft, however, emerged as an outlier, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000 — 30% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to increased retail activity and the influx of temporary shoppers during the festive season. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime saw notable increases, doubling from the previous month. This rise could be tied to the seasonal movement of vehicles and the temporary displacement of residents, though the lack of a clear causal link prevents definitive conclusions. The month's data also revealed a marked decline in criminal damage and arson, which fell by 80%, reflecting the reduced opportunities for such acts during the holiday period. These patterns underscore the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and law enforcement efforts in shaping Long Sutton's crime profile.

December 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with burglary and vehicle crime each doubling from the previous month — a 100% increase in both. This uptick may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased home occupancy during the Christmas period or the movement of vehicles in and out of the area. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 80%, likely due to the reduced number of unoccupied properties over the holidays. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 45%, a notable shift from the previous month's higher numbers. Other theft, however, stood out as the only category above the UK average, with a 30% excess compared to national figures. This anomaly may reflect local dynamics, such as increased retail activity during the festive season. For residents, the 100% rise in burglary and vehicle crime serves as a reminder to secure homes and vehicles, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic during the holiday period.

Long Sutton's crime rate in December 2024 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 29.7% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.3. This marks the lowest monthly rate recorded in the past year, reflecting a consistent trend of reduced incidents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day over the 31-day period, a figure that may be influenced by the holiday season and reduced foot traffic in local businesses. When scaled to the population of 5,853, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 225 residents — a rate that places the area well below the UK average. This lower frequency could indicate effective local policing strategies or the impact of seasonal factors, such as fewer opportunities for crime during the Christmas period. However, the monthly breakdown reveals some fluctuations, including a 100% increase in burglary and vehicle crime, suggesting that while overall trends are positive, specific categories remain areas of concern.