Perton Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

December 2023 saw Perton maintain a crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 62.5% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 54.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.6%) and criminal damage and arson (13.6%). These figures highlight the dominance of personal crimes over property-related offences in the built-up area. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these patterns: the Christmas shopping peak and extended dark evenings may contribute to increased opportunities for violence and anti-social behaviour, though the data shows a notable decline in these categories compared to previous months. The low levels of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and robbery (0.1 per 1,000) suggest that property crimes remain rare, possibly due to the area’s compact nature and community-focused policing. However, the seasonal context—such as empty homes during the holidays—may explain the small but notable increase in burglary. The overall crime rate’s alignment with Perton’s character as a smaller, built-up area within South Staffordshire indicates that local initiatives, combined with the area’s demographic makeup, may be effectively mitigating crime. The data also shows that Perton’s crime profile is distinct from the UK average, with violent crime rates significantly lower and property crime rates nearly matching the national benchmark. This balance may reflect the area’s limited retail presence and lower population density, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

December 2023 marked a significant drop in violence and sexual offences, falling by 20% compared to November, with 12 incidents recorded. This decrease may partly explain the overall crime rate’s continued decline. Conversely, burglary rates doubled from 0 to 2, reflecting a sharp increase in property-related crimes. Other crime and robbery also rose by 100%, though these categories remain low in absolute terms. Violence and sexual offences in Perton (1.5 per 1,000) are 43% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) is 57% below the national benchmark. These figures suggest that Perton’s community may be experiencing lower levels of severe violence compared to the UK as a whole. For residents, the reduction in violent crime is a notable positive, though the rise in burglary highlights areas requiring further attention.

Perton's crime rate in December 2023 fell by 18.7% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 22 total crimes reported over 31 days, the area experienced roughly one crime per day—a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 377 residents, illustrating the low frequency of crime relative to the population of 8,294. This monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible measure of risk for those living or working in the area. When compared to the previous month’s rate of 3.3 per 1,000, the decline suggests stability in policing efforts or community initiatives. The daily crime count remains a useful local benchmark, as it allows residents to gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. This level of detail, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, offers a focused perspective on Perton’s unique crime dynamics.