Featherstone Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Featherstone’s August 2024 crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents places it 13.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This built-up area within South Staffordshire recorded 46 crimes in total, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime mix at 54.4% of all incidents. The sharp contrast between Featherstone’s figures and the UK average highlights local factors influencing crime patterns. August, a peak holiday month, may have contributed to seasonal shifts in criminal activity, with tourism and temporary absences from homes potentially increasing burglary risks. However, the area’s lower-than-average violent crime rate suggests community-specific dynamics at play. Property crimes, while relatively low (11 incidents), still represent a notable portion of the total, with vehicle crime and other unspecified crimes emerging as areas of concern. The breakdown shows a marked divergence from UK norms in categories such as 'other crime,' which is 400% above the national average, and 'public order' offences, which are 21% below. These disparities may reflect local policing priorities, demographic characteristics, or the influence of specific local amenities. The overall crime picture illustrates a combination of factors, with the area’s relatively low overall rate coexisting with pockets of above-average activity in certain offence categories.

August 2024 saw the most dramatic month-on-month change in vehicle crime, which surged 66.7% from 3 to 5 incidents. This jump, combined with a 50% increase in both burglary and public order offences, indicates shifting patterns in criminal activity. The rise in vehicle crime may be linked to increased summer traffic or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour, drugs-related offences, and criminal damage and arson all fell sharply, with anti-social behaviour declining 66.7% to just 1 incident. These decreases could reflect seasonal changes, with fewer incidents during August’s warmer weather or reduced community gatherings. Violence and sexual offences remain high, at 45% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s demographics or local social dynamics. The category of 'other crime' is particularly striking, with a 400% increase over the UK average, suggesting potential underreporting or unique local factors. Residents should note that while overall crime rates remain below the national average, specific categories warrant closer attention, particularly vehicle crime and unclassified offences.

Featherstone’s August 2024 crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents represents a 2.2% increase from July’s 7.0 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a rate that appears modest when compared to the UK’s broader trends. However, this localised perspective highlights how even small changes can have meaningful impacts on community safety. The population-scaled analysis reveals that while Featherstone is statistically safer than the UK average, certain crime types—particularly 'other crime' and vehicle offences—deviate significantly from national norms. These discrepancies may reflect the area’s specific characteristics, such as its built-up nature or proximity to rural zones. The comparison underscores the importance of interpreting crime statistics within their local context, rather than drawing broad conclusions from aggregated UK data.