Long Stratton Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Long Stratton's crime rate in August 2023 stood at 5.0 per 1,000, placing it 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 — a position that reflects the area's overall safety profile despite a notable upward trend in certain categories. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 30% of all incidents, though they fell 43% below the UK average. This is consistent with the area's character as a built-up rural community, where violent crime may be less prevalent than in densely populated urban centres. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, however, contrasts with the UK average, which reported 0.6 per 1,000 for this category. This 59% increase in Long Stratton suggests a potential link to seasonal factors, such as the emptying of homes during the peak holiday month of August, which may leave properties more vulnerable to vandalism. Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from three to six incidents — a trend that may be influenced by transient populations or increased opportunities during the summer period. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained 44% below the UK average, indicating that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be contributing to a lower incidence of disruptive activity. The overall balance of crime types in August highlights a mix of persistent low-level issues and sudden spikes in specific categories, which may warrant further analysis in conjunction with local events or environmental changes.

August 2023 witnessed a dramatic 500% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one incident to six — a stark anomaly in the area's crime profile. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in other theft and public order offences, suggests a shift in criminal activity that may align with seasonal factors such as increased property vacancy during the summer holidays. Violence and sexual offences, however, decreased by 10% compared to July, remaining 43% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Criminal damage and arson now account for 20% of all crimes, significantly above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Residents may find the daily crime rate of approximately one incident per day a useful benchmark for understanding local risk levels. These fluctuations underscore the importance of monitoring seasonal trends, particularly in a built-up area where vacant homes may contribute to property-related crimes.

Long Stratton's crime rate in August 2023 rose by 20.1% compared to July's 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 202 residents — a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the population. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that may help residents gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, but the upward trend suggests a need to monitor local factors such as seasonal activity or community events that could influence crime patterns. The population context further highlights that, despite the increase, Long Stratton's overall safety profile remains markedly better than the national average, with crime levels continuing to fall well below the 8.1 per 1,000 benchmark.