Long Stratton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Long Stratton, the crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in November 2023 translates to a tangible daily risk that is significantly lower than the UK average. This figure, 26.7% below the national rate of 7.5 per 1,000, suggests a safer environment for the area's 6,046 residents compared to the broader UK context. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (11 incidents, 33.3% of total), public order issues (9 incidents, 27.3%), and other theft (4 incidents, 12.1%). These patterns align with seasonal factors: November's dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to public order challenges, while Black Friday shopping could drive retail-related theft. Violence and sexual offences in Long Stratton were 31% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a contrast to public order crimes, which were 183% above the UK rate (0.5 per 1,000). This disparity reflects the area's character as a built-up rural community, where local social dynamics and limited nightlife may influence crime distribution differently than larger urban centres. The relatively low violent crime rate may be consistent with Long Stratton's smaller population and community-focused environment, though the spike in public order incidents highlights vulnerabilities tied to seasonal events and community interactions.

November 2023 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 350% (from 2 to 9 incidents) and other theft rising 300% (from 1 to 4). These increases were stark against a backdrop of declines in criminal damage and arson (-66.7%) and violence and sexual offences (-21.4%). The public order spike, now at 1.5 per 1,000 residents, far exceeds the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) by 183%, suggesting heightened tensions or disruptions linked to November's seasonal calendar. Meanwhile, burglary rose 100% (from 0 to 3), though it remains below the UK average (0.3 per 1,000). A resident might find the 1-in-183 monthly exposure rate (1 crime per 183 residents) a useful benchmark for assessing personal risk. The contrast between public order and violent crime trends underscores how different factors influence local crime: while violent crime may be lower due to the area's demographic profile, public order issues could reflect challenges in managing community events or enforcing local regulations during peak times like Bonfire Night. This month's data also shows that anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) was 52% below the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect the town's relatively cohesive social fabric despite the recent public order spike.

The November 2023 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in Long Stratton represents a 37.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.0 per 1,000.7% below the UK average. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 1 crime per day across the town's 6,046 residents—a figure that, while modest, highlights the potential for sudden incidents in a close-knit community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Long Stratton in a safer bracket compared to the UK's average exposure to crime. This comparative advantage is most pronounced in violent crime categories, where Long Stratton's rate of 1.8 per 1,000 for violence and sexual offences is 31% below the UK average. However, the stark contrast in public order offences—1.5 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 0.5 per 1,000—reveals a local challenge that may stem from the area's seasonal events and limited policing resources during peak times. For residents, the 37.5% month-on-month increase underscores the need for vigilance during November's darker evenings and community gatherings, even as the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective shows that while no resident is immune to crime, the likelihood of encountering it in Long Stratton is significantly lower than in many other parts of the UK.