Perton Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Perton during November 2024 stood at 1.3 per 1,000 residents — 50% below the UK average for this category — marking a striking divergence from the national trend. This category alone accounted for 47.8% of all reported crimes, significantly outpacing anti-social behaviour (13.0%) and other crime (8.7%). The overall crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents placed Perton 63.2% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a disparity consistent with the area’s character as a relatively low-density built-up area with limited commercial activity. Seasonal factors may partly explain this pattern: the onset of dark evenings and the absence of major seasonal events like Christmas shopping likely reduced opportunities for certain crimes. However, the high proportion of violent offences compared to the UK average (which typically sees a more balanced mix of property and violent crime) suggests unique local dynamics. Perton’s small population (8,294 residents) and likely lower foot traffic in public spaces may contribute to this imbalance. The sharp contrast with UK averages — particularly in violent crime — raises questions about local enforcement strategies, community engagement, or demographic factors that warrant further analysis.

November 2024 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting, with one reported incident compared to none in October. This rise, though minor in absolute terms, may reflect heightened retail activity around Black Friday or changes in local policing focus. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75% (from four to one incident), a decline consistent with seasonal patterns as Bonfire Night passed without major incidents. The violent crime category, while still significantly below the UK average, maintained its dominance in the crime mix, accounting for nearly half of all reported offences. This contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes often outpace violent offences. 'other crime' — a vague category encompassing non-specific offences — also doubled from one to two incidents, though its low rate (0.2 per 1,000) remains well below the UK average. Residents may find the daily crime count — roughly one incident per day — particularly relevant, offering a concrete metric for assessing local safety relative to other areas.

Perton’s crime rate in November 2024 (2.8 per 1,000) marked a 36.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 361 residents, a figure that contextualises the low level of risk for individuals living in the area. This monthly exposure rate — 1-in-361 — is far lower than the UK average, though direct comparisons to national figures are not available. The daily crime count of one incident per day provides a tangible benchmark for residents, illustrating that crime remains a rare occurrence in Perton. This stands in contrast to larger urban centres where daily crime rates are often significantly higher. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area’s relative safety: with 8,294 residents, the 23 reported crimes represent a very low proportion of the population. While this suggests effective policing or community cohesion, the exact reasons for this trend, which could include factors like limited commercial activity or a lower density of public spaces.