Featherstone Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Featherstone’s crime rate in March 2024 stood at 7.1 per 1,000, placing it 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, when scaled to the area’s population of 6,468, equates to 46 crimes reported across the month—approximately one crime per day. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all incidents (23 cases), followed by ‘Other crime’ (15.2%) and vehicle crime (10.9%). These patterns align with seasonal transitions in March, as longer evenings and the clocks changing may influence outdoor activity and visibility, potentially contributing to the dominance of violent crimes. The UK comparison highlights Featherstone’s relative safety, though certain categories, such as ‘Other crime,’ are significantly above national averages. This disparity may reflect local factors, such as underreporting or specific community challenges, that require further investigation. The data also shows a marked shift from previous months, with property crimes now comprising a smaller share of the total than violent crimes—a trend consistent with areas experiencing increased social interaction or events during the early spring period. While the overall rate remains low, the concentration of violent incidents raises questions about localized pressures, such as the impact of seasonal events or changes in community behavior as the weather improves.

March 2024 saw significant month-on-month increases in several crime categories. ‘Other crime’ surged by 250%, rising from 2 to 7 incidents, while ‘Anti-social behaviour’ and ‘Burglary’ both doubled from zero to 2 and 4, respectively. These spikes contrast with a 50% decrease in ‘Other theft,’ which fell from 2 to 1. The breakdown reveals a notable shift in the crime mix: violent crimes (23 incidents) now dominate at 50% of the total, compared to property crimes (33%), a reversal from previous months. Violent crimes in Featherstone are 35% above the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), while ‘Other crime’ is 633% above the UK’s 0.1 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests localized factors, such as unreported incidents or unique community dynamics, may be influencing these categories. Residents might find the 250% rise in ‘Other crime’ particularly concerning, as it includes unclassified incidents that could range from nuisance complaints to minor offenses.

In March 2024, Featherstone recorded 46 crimes across a population of 6,468, translating to a daily average of roughly 1 crime per day. This figure, while low, reflects a 70.5% increase from February’s rate of 4.2 per 1,000. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for approximately every 141 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against the UK average, Featherstone’s crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 is 7.8% below the national figure, suggesting a safer environment compared to the broader UK. However, the month-on-month rise in certain categories, such as ‘Other crime’ and ‘Burglary,’ indicates shifting patterns that may warrant closer attention. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a statistically lower risk of encountering crime than the UK average, though localised increases in specific categories highlight areas for further scrutiny.