Longton Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking shift in July 2023 was the sharp rise in burglary, which surged by 133.3% compared to June. This unexpected increase contrasts with the area’s generally low crime profile, where the overall rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents placed Longton 60.2% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common category, accounting for 32.4% of all crimes, followed by violence and sexual offences (27.0%) and burglary (18.9%). The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, festivals, and increased tourism—may partly explain these patterns. While anti-social behaviour and violence remained significantly below UK averages, burglary’s 82% above the national rate for this category highlights a notable local anomaly. This divergence from the UK trend could reflect specific vulnerabilities in Longton’s built-up area, such as increased foot traffic during events or temporary housing arrangements. The low levels of violent crime, particularly the 68% gap below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggest that community cohesion or local policing strategies may be effective in mitigating such incidents. However, the burglary spike warrants attention, as it deviates from the area’s usual crime profile and may indicate seasonal pressures on residential security.

July 2023 saw a dramatic 133.3% increase in burglary compared to June, rising from three to seven incidents. This jump, coupled with the category’s 82% above the UK average rate of 0.3 per 1,000, marks a stark departure from Longton’s typically low property crime levels. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 50.0% (from two to one), and vehicle crime dropped by the same margin, suggesting a seasonal reduction in transient-related crimes. Anti-social behaviour, though still the most common category, remained 23% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s relatively stable social environment. For residents, the burglary surge is the most immediate concern, with the category now accounting for 18.9% of all crimes in July. This shift from the usual dominance of anti-social behaviour and violence indicates a need for targeted measures, such as enhanced street lighting or community patrols during peak summer events. The simultaneous decline in vehicle crime—down 50% from June—could be linked to fewer vehicles on local roads during school holidays or reduced parking congestion in the built-up area.

Longton’s crime rate in July 2023 (3.3 per 1,000) marked a 19.3% increase from the previous month’s 2.7 per 1,000, reflecting a seasonal uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in July, a figure that, while modest, underscores the local impact of crime during peak summer months. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 305 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised with Longton’s population of 11,301, illustrates the area’s relatively safe environment compared to national trends. The 19.3% month-on-month rise, however, highlights the volatility of crime patterns in a built-up area during periods of high foot traffic. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the burglary surge in July demonstrates how local factors—such as the timing of festivals or changes in temporary accommodation—can temporarily disrupt an otherwise stable crime profile. This contrast between Longton’s low baseline and the spikes in specific categories reinforces the importance of localised analysis in understanding crime trends.