Long Stratton Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Long Stratton’s crime rate stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 47.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends underscores the area’s unique crime profile, where violent offences dominate the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 63% of all reported crimes, with 17 incidents recorded—a rate of 2.8 per 1,000—8% below the UK average for this category. Property crimes, though fewer in number (6 incidents), accounted for 22.2% of total crimes, with a rate of 0.5 per 1,000, 18% below the UK average. This imbalance between violent and property crimes is notable, as it reflects a pattern consistent with smaller, rural-adjacent communities where interpersonal conflicts may be more prevalent than theft or burglary. Seasonal factors in July, such as the peak of the tourist season and the closure of schools, likely contributed to the rise in violent crimes, which may have been exacerbated by increased social activity and outdoor events. However, the low property crime rate suggests that the area’s built-up nature, combined with its proximity to rural spaces, may offer a degree of deterrence to property-related offences. This dynamic is further reinforced by the relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000), both of which are significantly below the UK average. While the overall crime rate remains low, the dominance of violent crimes in July highlights the need for targeted interventions that address the root causes of such incidents, particularly during the summer months when community interactions are at their peak.

July 2025 marked a stark shift in Long Stratton’s crime profile, with violent crimes surging by 112.5% compared to June, rising from 8 to 17 incidents. This dramatic increase, while still below the UK average for violence (3.0 per 1,000), raises questions about local factors such as summer festivals or increased social gatherings. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 57.1%, from 7 to 3 cases, a decline that may reflect heightened community vigilance or seasonal deterrence. The town’s violent crime rate—2.8 per 1,000—remains 8% below the UK average, but its property crime rate (0.5 per 1,000) is 18% below the UK average for similar offences. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 112.5% jump in violent crimes, which, though not unprecedented, demands scrutiny of local events or patterns in July.

Long Stratton’s crime rate in July 2025 rose 8.2% compared to the previous month, from 4.1 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 224 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the town’s population of 6,046, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents. This contrast with the UK average—where crime rates are nearly double—suggests that Long Stratton’s unique characteristics, such as its rural-adjacent location and limited urban density, may contribute to its lower overall crime profile. However, the rise in violent crimes compared to June deserves closer attention to local factors, such as seasonal events or changes in community dynamics.