Ashford Common Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Ashford Common during November 2023 reveals a combination of violent and property-related offences. With a total crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents, the area is 24% below the UK average, indicating a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 34% of all recorded incidents, a figure that is 27% below the UK average for this category. This suggests that while violent crime remains a significant concern, the local profile is less severe than the national average. Property crimes, particularly burglary, accounted for 12% of all crimes, with rates 106% above the UK average—a striking contrast to the marked decline in other theft and vehicle crime. The seasonal context of November, marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended periods of darkness, likely influenced these patterns. The combination of high violent crime and elevated burglary rates indicates a need for targeted interventions, while the reduction in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime may reflect the impact of seasonal transitions on community activity. This balance of crime types illustrates an area with both vulnerabilities and areas of relative strength, shaped by its urban character and proximity to Spelthorne's broader socio-economic landscape.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends within Ashford Common. The category of 'other crime' surged by 100%, rising from 0 to 2 incidents, a change that may reflect unanticipated local factors or reporting adjustments. Burglary increased by 50%, from 4 to 6 cases, which is 106% above the UK average for this category. This contrast is stark against the significant declines in other theft (down 72.7%), anti-social behaviour (down 71.4%), and vehicle crime (down 66.7%), which could be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced shopping activity and darker evenings. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 34% of all crimes, though their rate (1.9 per 1,000) is 27% below the UK average. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the need for ongoing monitoring.

Ashford Common's November 2023 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 42.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.9 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, though seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic may have contributed. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 176 residents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, but the local context—such as the built-up nature of the area and its integration within Spelthorne—may explain the relatively low exposure. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Ashford Common's crime profile is distinct from broader UK trends, with specific categories like burglary and public order offences showing marked deviations from national averages. These variations highlight the importance of localized analysis when assessing crime patterns.