Featherstone Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Featherstone’s crime profile in May 2024 reveals a combination of trends that reflect both local and national patterns. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places it 32.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives in mitigating crime. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 64.9% of all reported incidents (24 cases), a figure that, while lower than the UK’s average for this category, remains a focal point for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage fall well below national averages, suggesting that community cohesion or environmental design may play a role in reducing these types of incidents. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings, increased outdoor activity, and bank holidays—likely contributes to the observed fluctuations. For instance, the rise in violence and sexual offences may correlate with heightened socialising during warmer weather, while the drop in vehicle crime could reflect reduced traffic during holidays. However, the 100% surge in robbery cases highlights an anomaly that may require further investigation, linked to temporary vulnerabilities in local security measures. Overall, Featherstone’s crime picture illustrates a balance between sustained safety improvements and emerging challenges that demand targeted responses.

May 2024 saw a stark divergence in crime trends, with robbery rates doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase—while violent crimes rose by 9.1% (22 to 24). This uptick in violence contrasts with a dramatic 89.5% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 19 to 2, likely reflecting reduced traffic during bank holidays. Burglary also declined sharply by 66.7% (3 to 1), possibly linked to seasonal changes in household activity. Violence and sexual offences remain high in Featherstone compared to the UK average, with a rate of 3.7 per 1,000 (30% above the UK’s 2.8). Conversely, anti-social behaviour is 66% below the UK average, suggesting community efforts or environmental factors may be contributing to this trend. Residents might find the drop in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it aligns with fewer vehicles on the road during May’s bank holidays.

Featherstone’s crime rate in May 2024 (5.7 per 1,000) represents a sharp decline of 36.2% compared to the previous month’s rate of 9.0 per 1,000, marking a significant shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. When scaled to the population of 6,468 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for every 175 residents—a statistic that contextualises the impact of crime within the community. This reduction aligns with broader patterns observed in built-up areas of South Staffordshire, where seasonal transitions and local events can influence crime trends. The contrast between Featherstone’s current rate and the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000 highlights the area’s relatively safer profile, though isolated spikes in specific categories, such as robbery, suggest ongoing challenges that warrant targeted attention.