Featherstone Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Featherstone for July 2023 reveals a marked emphasis on violent crime, which accounted for 62.9% of all incidents, significantly higher than the UK average for this category. This stark contrast to national trends, where property crime typically dominates, suggests unique local dynamics at play. The overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places Featherstone 34.9% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, a disparity that may be influenced by the area's character as a built-up area within South Staffordshire. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences (3.4 per 1,000) — 22% above the UK average — indicates a distinct pattern that diverges from the national profile, where such crimes are generally lower. This imbalance is further underscored by the significantly lower rates of anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000, 65% below the UK average) and property-related offences, which may reflect the town's infrastructure and community structures. The seasonal context of July — a period of heightened outdoor activity, festivals, and school holidays — likely contributes to these patterns, with increased community presence deterring certain types of crime. However, the elevated rate of 'other crime' (0.3 per 1,000, 114% above the UK average) remains an anomaly, warranting further exploration of local factors that may drive this category. The data also highlights the importance of contextual analysis: while Featherstone's overall rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals a combination of local conditions and broader national trends. This profile underscores the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention that account for the area's specific characteristics, such as its urban layout and seasonal rhythms.

July 2023 saw sharp reductions in public order offences (80% decrease from 5 to 1), other crime (71.4% drop from 7 to 2), and shoplifting (50% decline from 2 to 1), suggesting a possible seasonal shift in criminal activity. The crime mix reveals a striking contrast to national trends, with violence and sexual offences (3.4 per 1,000) 22% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) is 65% below. This imbalance indicates that while violent crime remains a focus, other categories like property crime are underrepresented. 'other crime' (0.3 per 1,000) is 114% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect unique local dynamics. These shifts highlight the importance of contextual factors such as community engagement and local events in shaping crime patterns during peak summer months. For residents, the 80% drop in public order offences suggests a safer environment for outdoor gatherings, a direct benefit of the town's seasonal calendar.

Featherstone's crime rate in July 2023 (5.4 per 1,000 residents) marked a 33.9% decrease from the previous month's 8.2 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in criminal activity. This reduction aligns with the area's small population of 6,468 residents, translating to an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period. When scaled to the local population, this equates to one crime occurring for every 185 residents over the course of the month — a metric that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. The built-up nature of Featherstone, a town within South Staffordshire, likely contributes to this pattern, as urban areas often benefit from higher levels of surveillance and community engagement. However, the absence of a UK-specific daily crime exposure figure means this analysis remains confined to Featherstone's unique demographic profile. The decline may also be influenced by seasonal factors, with increased foot traffic during July's festivals and events potentially deterring certain types of crime. This contrast with broader UK trends underscores the need to interpret local data within its own context, rather than extrapolating national averages to specific communities.