Poringland Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2023, Poringland's crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 63.9% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the area's generally low crime profile. The breakdown of crimes revealed a stark contrast between violent and property crimes, with the former accounting for 42.9% of all incidents (9 cases) and the latter for 14.3% (3 cases). This imbalance may reflect the influence of seasonal factors, such as the Christmas shopping period and extended evening hours, which could increase opportunities for interpersonal conflict or alcohol-fueled incidents. While property crimes remained minimal, the category 'other crime' saw a 100% increase compared to the previous month.5 per 1,000 was still 317% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly may indicate the presence of niche issues, such as unregulated activities or transient populations, though further analysis would be needed to confirm. The seasonal context of December—marked by holiday-related absences, dark evenings, and retail activity—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. For instance, the lower rate of anti-social behaviour (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000 could be attributed to community initiatives or reduced public gatherings during the festive period. However, the surge in drug-related crimes (0.1 per 1,000, 50% below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000) suggests that localized challenges persist. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of seasonal rhythms and the area's unique characteristics, with violent crimes maintaining a higher prominence despite the broader trend of low crime rates.

December 2023 witnessed notable shifts in Poringland's crime profile, with violent crimes dominating the total count (9 incidents) over property crimes (5 incidents). This balance, while consistent with the area's general profile, highlights the persistent role of interpersonal conflict or alcohol-related incidents during the festive season. Month-on-month changes revealed a 100% increase in drug-related crimes and a similar surge in 'other crime' categories, though these were offset by a 25% reduction in violence and sexual offences. The violent crime rate of 1.1 per 1,000 in Poringland was 58% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 for the same category, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or policing strategies—may contribute to this disparity. Residents might find the 33.3% decrease in anti-social behaviour, from 3 to 2 incidents, particularly reassuring as it indicates a potential reduction in public order disruptions.

Poringland's crime rate in December 2023 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 19.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.2. This decline aligns with the seasonal rhythm of the area, where December's extended evenings and holiday-related absences may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with its overall crime profile. When scaled to the population of 8,207, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 391 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low risk of encountering crime in Poringland compared to national averages. This monthly aggregate suggests that residents are unlikely to face frequent disruptions, though localized factors such as seasonal events or transient populations may still influence specific crime types.