Staffordshire Moorlands Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Staffordshire Moorlands’ crime profile in June 2024, accounting for 48.6% of all reported crimes. With 212 incidents recorded, this category far outpaced other types, reflecting the area’s demographic and geographic characteristics. As a rural district with limited urban centres, the high proportion of violent crimes may be influenced by factors such as community interactions and the absence of dense commercial zones that typically drive property crime. The overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents placed the area 45.1% below the UK average, a figure that underscores its relatively safe environment compared to more densely populated regions. Seasonal factors may have contributed to this trend, as the start of summer often correlates with increased outdoor activity and tourism in rural areas. While violence and sexual offences remained the primary concern, anti-social behaviour and public order offences also featured prominently, though both were significantly below national averages. The data illustrates a crime picture shaped by the district’s low population density and limited economic activity, with no major spikes in property-related crimes such as burglary or vehicle crime. This pattern aligns with historical trends in Staffordshire Moorlands, where violent crimes tend to dominate over property offences due to the area’s sparse commercial infrastructure.

June 2024 saw a 57.1% drop in shoplifting compared to May, with incidents falling from 42 to 18. This decline may be linked to seasonal changes, as summer months typically see fewer retail thefts in rural areas with limited high-street presence. Conversely, 'other crime' rose by 100%, with incidents increasing from 5 to 10. This category includes minor offences not classified under specific categories, suggesting a need for further local analysis. Violent crimes remained significantly below the UK average, at 2.2 per 1,000 residents (20% below the national rate of 2.8). Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply, with 62 incidents reported—57% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. These figures highlight the district’s consistent performance in reducing public order issues, though the increase in 'other crime' deserves closer attention from local authorities.

Staffordshire Moorlands' crime rate in June 2024 dropped 17.2% compared to the previous month, falling from 5.5 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal trends, as the area's rural character typically sees lower crime activity during summer months when tourism begins. On a daily basis, 15 crimes were reported in June, a figure that contextualises the rate as manageable for a district of 96,651 people. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 222 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low exposure compared to national averages. While the population density is lower than urban areas, the rate remains consistent with the district’s historical profile as a sparsely populated region with limited commercial hubs. The decrease in violent crimes and property offences this month may reflect reduced public gatherings during the early summer period.