Perton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Perton’s crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents placed it 51.2% below the UK average of 8.0, reflecting a stark contrast to national trends. The breakdown of crimes reveals a clear imbalance: violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, accounted for 53.1% of all incidents, with 17 cases reported. This dominance of violent crime over property crime, which totaled only 7 cases, suggests a different local dynamic than the UK profile, where property crime often holds a larger share. The seasonal context of October — with shorter days, the clocks going back, and Halloween — may have influenced these patterns. Anti-social behaviour, at 18.8% of total crimes, also played a significant role, highlighting the need for community-focused interventions. Violent crime rates in Perton were 22% below the UK average for this category, yet the sheer volume of incidents underscores the importance of addressing local factors that may contribute to such outcomes. The relatively low overall crime rate, combined with the high proportion of violent crime, may indicate a combination of demographic characteristics and environmental factors unique to Perton, such as the density of its built-up area or the presence of specific community hubs that could influence interactions and incidents.

October 2023 saw a 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 6 incidents — the most significant jump in the month. Robbery also doubled, with two incidents reported, marking a 100% increase from September’s zero. These shifts suggest a growing challenge in managing public order, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour is concentrated. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 50%, from 2 to 1 incident, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Violent crime accounted for 53.1% of all incidents, significantly below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000), but the dominance of violent crime over property crime indicates a different dynamic than national trends. Residents may find the drop in shoplifting noteworthy, as it aligns with seasonal factors like Halloween, which often sees spikes in retail-related crime.

Perton’s crime rate in October 2023 rose 23.3% compared to September’s 3.1 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the population of 8,294, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 259 residents — a statistic that provides context for local residents assessing their risk. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, but the month-on-month increase suggests shifting patterns that warrant attention. The population context further highlights the relative safety of Perton, with crime levels far below national benchmarks. However, the rise in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour and robbery, indicates areas where local factors may be influencing outcomes. These figures, when paired with the area’s character as a built-up part of South Staffordshire, suggest that community engagement and targeted policing could play a role in addressing emerging trends.