Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 45.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a broader trend of consistently low crime levels in this rural built-up area, though June saw a shift in the crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all reported crimes, with 15 incidents recorded—a rate of 2.3 per 1,000, 17% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences each contributed 13.3% of total crimes, both significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours, may partly explain increased outdoor activity and associated risks, though the area’s low crime baseline suggests strong community engagement or environmental factors. Violent crime remains a focal point, potentially linked to local social dynamics or the area’s character as a semi-rural hub with mixed residential and commercial zones. This contrast with the UK average underscores the unique crime profile of Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook, where property crime remains relatively rare compared to more urban counterparts.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in bicycle theft (+100%), burglary (+100%), and other theft (+100%), all rising from single incidents in May to two each in June. These jumps, though small in absolute terms, signal emerging risks for residents, particularly given bicycle theft’s 122% above the UK average (0.2 vs 0.1 per 1,000). Conversely, public order offences fell by 42.9% (from 7 to 4), and criminal damage and arson dropped 66.7% (from 3 to 1), possibly reflecting seasonal changes or local initiatives. The violent crime category, while still the largest share (50%), remains 17% below the UK average, suggesting effective policing or community measures. Possession of weapons surged 186% above the UK average (0.2 vs 0.1 per 1,000), a figure that could warrant closer attention from local authorities. For residents, the rise in bicycle theft highlights the need for secure storage, while the overall low crime rate reinforces the area’s safety profile compared to national trends.

In June 2024, Blythe Bridge and Forsbrook’s crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 marked a 19.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend. This decline, combined with the area’s continued position well below the UK average, suggests a stable security environment. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in June—a figure that, while modest, may feel more pronounced in a small community of 6,676 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 223 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This statistic, when contextualised against the population scale, illustrates the area’s relatively low risk profile, even as specific categories like bicycle theft and weapons possession deviate from the UK norm. The drop in criminal damage and arson, along with public order offences, may align with seasonal patterns, such as reduced outdoor activity or focused policing efforts during the summer months. These comparisons highlight the importance of viewing crime data through both local and national lenses to fully understand the area’s safety dynamics.