Ashford Common Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Ashford Common during November 2024 reveals a combination of local and national trends. With a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents—17.1% below the UK average—the area's profile is shaped by a balance between violent and property crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 23.6% of total incidents, making them the most common category, followed by vehicle crime (18.2%) and anti-social behaviour (10.9%). This distribution suggests a blend of urban and suburban characteristics, where proximity to transport hubs or commercial zones may contribute to higher vehicle crime rates. Vehicle crime in Ashford Common was 150% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to categories like burglary, which were 68% below the UK average. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as November's darker evenings and events such as Bonfire Night could have influenced public order incidents. The rise in 'Other crime'—a category encompassing unspecified offences—adds another layer to the area's crime picture, though its significance remains unclear without further data. This mix of above- and below-average trends highlights the importance of contextualising local statistics within both national benchmarks and the area's unique demographic and geographic features.

November saw significant shifts in crime types, with 'Other crime' surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and 'Drugs' rising by 200% (from 1 to 3). These increases contrast sharply with an 85.7% drop in burglary, which fell from 7 to 1 incidents. The category of vehicle crime remained elevated, at 150% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This divergence may reflect local factors such as parking density or commuter traffic patterns. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 40%, from 10 to 6 incidents, a trend that could be linked to seasonal factors like shorter evenings or reduced public gatherings. The rise in 'Other crime'—a category encompassing non-specific incidents—suggests the need for further investigation into emerging patterns, though can be inferred from the data alone.

In November 2024, Ashford Common's crime rate rose by 10.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.7 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 17.1% below the UK average of 7.6. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with typical patterns for built-up areas of similar size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 160 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is consistent with low-to-moderate crime environments. When contextualised against the population of 8,786, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly, though the rise in certain categories warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that the area's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with specific categories like vehicle crime and 'Other crime' showing marked divergence.