Poringland Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Poringland's crime rate stood at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 76.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast illustrates a significantly lower risk of encountering crime for residents compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 60% of all reported incidents, followed by other crime (13.3%) and criminal damage and arson (6.7%). The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter period and the onset of spring—may have influenced these patterns, as increased outdoor activity could have contributed to a higher incidence of violent crimes. However, the overall rate remains exceptionally low, with violent offences in Poringland being 58% below the UK average for this category. The area's crime profile suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, the overall environment is far safer than the national average. The low crime rate translates to a per-capita risk that is minimal, with residents facing a one-in-547 chance of encountering a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure, combined with the area's relatively low population density, reinforces the perception of Poringland as a secure place to live. The seasonal context also raises questions about whether the Easter period, with its associated gatherings and increased foot traffic, may have temporarily elevated certain types of crime. Overall, the data illustrates a community that is largely free from criminal activity, with the most significant risks concentrated in specific categories that are still far below national averages.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with other crime and other theft both increasing by 100% compared to March, reflecting a 100% rise in these categories. This surge in non-specific offences may partly explain the overall crime mix, though violent crimes still accounted for the largest share at 60% of total incidents. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both decreased significantly, by 80% and 66.7% respectively, suggesting a possible seasonal influence tied to Easter and the transition into spring. Violence and sexual offences fell by 25% from 12 to 9, a reduction that aligns with the UK average for this category, which is 2.6 per 1,000. Residents may find the 76.6% gap between Poringland's rate and the UK average particularly reassuring, as it highlights the area's relative safety in comparison to the national profile.

Poringland's crime rate in April 2025 dropped to 1.8 per 1,000 residents, a 44.4% decline from March's 3.3 per 1,000. This reduction positions the area as significantly safer than it was just a month prior, with fewer incidents of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly zero crimes reported each day in April, highlighting the low frequency of incidents even when accounting for the month's 30 days. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 547 residents, a figure that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in Poringland compared to the UK average. With a population of 8,207, this translates to a population-scaled perspective where the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal, offering residents a sense of security that is higher than the national context.