Long Stratton Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Long Stratton in April 2023 reveals a distinct balance of offence types that diverges from the UK average. With an overall crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 13.3% fewer incidents than the UK's 7.5 per 1,000, a difference that reflects both local characteristics and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.9% of the total (14 incidents), a figure 12% below the UK average for this category. This suggests a localised concentration of interpersonal conflict, potentially linked to the area's built-up nature and the social interactions that occur in such environments. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 25.6% (10 incidents), significantly above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000 (44% higher). This contrast may indicate a greater prevalence of disruptive behaviour in Long Stratton's public spaces compared to the national average, which could be influenced by factors such as community density or local enforcement priorities. The third most common category was criminal damage and arson (10.3% of total crimes), which also exceeded the UK average by 15%, pointing to a potential issue with property-related offences in the area. These patterns align with the seasonal context of April, a month marked by the Easter period and the transition into spring, when increased outdoor activity and social events might contribute to fluctuations in crime types. The relatively low rates of property crime—such as burglary (2.6% of total) and other theft (2.6%)—suggest that theft from premises is less common in Long Stratton compared to the UK average, a trend that could be attributed to the area's rural character and lower population density. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime (from 0 to 3 incidents) and the emergence of drug-related offences (from 0 to 1) indicate emerging challenges that may require targeted local responses. This crime mix illustrates an area where interpersonal and public order issues dominate, with property crime remaining relatively subdued, a profile that contrasts with the UK average's greater emphasis on property-related offences. The seasonal context of April, with its mix of Easter-related activities and the early signs of spring, may have influenced these patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct causal links.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing 100% increases from the previous month: drugs-related offences (0 to 1), vehicle crime (0 to 3), and burglary (0 to 1). These jumps, though absolute numbers remain low, suggest emerging trends that may warrant local attention. Conversely, other theft fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), and public order offences dropped by 40% (from 5 to 3), potentially reflecting seasonal changes in community activity during the Easter period. The crime mix reveals a significant departure from the UK average for specific categories: violence and sexual offences in Long Stratton were 12% below the national rate (2.3 vs 2.6 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour was 44% above (1.7 vs 1.2 per 1,000). This imbalance highlights a localised focus on interpersonal conflicts and public disruption, contrasting with the UK average's emphasis on property crime. A resident would find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it may signal heightened activity in areas with parking or transport infrastructure.

Long Stratton's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, a 13.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader seasonal pattern observed in similar rural built-up areas, where crime rates often dip during spring as outdoor activity shifts from winter to more transient patterns. Daily crime statistics for the month show an average of one reported incident per day, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low population density and limited urban infrastructure compared to larger towns. Over the course of April, one crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, placing Long Stratton in a category of communities where crime is infrequent but not absent. This monthly exposure rate is consistent with the area's character as a small built-up area within a rural district, where localized incidents are more likely to dominate crime statistics than widespread patterns. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that while crime is present, its impact is distributed across a smaller community, potentially making individual incidents more noticeable to residents.