Poringland Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Poringland’s built-up area in March 2024 recorded a crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 76.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This exceptionally low rate reflects the area’s character as a small, likely rural-adjacent community with limited urban density. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (40% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20%) and criminal damage and arson (20%). These patterns may be influenced by the area’s seasonal rhythm, as March marks the transition to spring with longer evenings and the resumption of outdoor activities. The relatively high proportion of violent crime compared to property crime contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically dominates. However, Poringland’s violent crime rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 74% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, suggesting that while violence remains a concern locally, it is far less frequent than in most parts of the country. The low overall crime rate is consistent with the area’s likely character as a place with strong community cohesion, limited nightlife, and minimal exposure to the factors that drive higher crime in larger urban centres. This context, combined with the seasonal shift toward longer days, may explain the relatively low incidence of property crimes such as burglary or vehicle crime, which are more common in areas with high foot traffic or commercial activity.

March 2024 marked a stark rise in anti-social behaviour, with incidents surging by 200% from 1 to 3. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may partly explain the shift in crime mix toward non-violent offences. Other crime and other theft also doubled from February levels, reflecting potential changes in local dynamics or unmet community needs. While violence and sexual offences fell by 33.3% (from 9 to 6), this category remains 74% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The most significant divergence from national trends is in anti-social behaviour, which is 66% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. These figures suggest that while Poringland remains exceptionally safe compared to the UK, targeted interventions may be needed to address the recent uptick in disruptive behaviour, particularly as evenings lengthen and social activity increases.

Poringland's crime rate in March 2024 (1.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 16.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the transition to spring typically sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 0 crimes per day in March, a figure that underscores the low baseline of criminal activity relative to the UK average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-547 residents highlights that the vast majority of Poringland’s population remains unaffected by crime. This statistic is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK’s overall crime rate, which is 7.7 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Poringland’s built-up area operates within a framework of significantly lower risk compared to national benchmarks, though the recent spikes in anti-social behaviour suggest localized pressures that warrant attention.