Staffordshire Moorlands Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

October 2024 marked a mixed picture for crime in Staffordshire Moorlands, with some categories showing troubling increases while others remained significantly below national averages. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 was 28.4% lower than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a figure that underscores the area’s relative safety. However, the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime, coupled with the seasonal context of darker evenings and Halloween, raises concerns for residents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 44% of all crimes.5 per 1,000 was 6% below the UK average. This suggests that while the area is safer in this category, the sheer volume of violent incidents still demands attention. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, both of which were 38% and 11% below the UK average respectively, indicate a lower prevalence of disturbances compared to the national trend. The seasonal shift in October—marked by shorter days and the approach of Halloween—may have influenced patterns, with darker evenings potentially contributing to increased vehicle crime and burglary. These factors, combined with the area’s rural character, may explain why certain types of crime are less common here than in more densely populated regions. However, the significant increase in 'other crime'—a category that includes a range of less-defined offences—remains a concern, highlighting the need for further analysis of these incidents. The data also shows that shoplifting, at 0.5 per 1,000, is 31% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the area’s lower retail density compared to urban centres. While the overall crime rate remains low, the specific increases in certain categories warrant closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.

October 2024 saw a notable surge in certain crime types, with burglary increasing by 107.7% compared to September, rising from 13 to 27 incidents. This sharp increase, coupled with a 26.1% rise in vehicle crime, highlights areas of concern for residents. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category (accounting for 44% of all crimes), its rate of 2.5 per 1,000 is 6% below the UK average, suggesting a relative safety in this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, is 38% below the UK average, indicating a lower incidence of such disturbances compared to the national picture. Residents should be particularly aware of the 120% increase in 'other crime'—a category that includes a range of less-defined offences—though the exact nature of these incidents remains unclear. These trends, combined with the seasonal context of darker evenings and Halloween, may contribute to heightened vigilance in local communities.

Staffordshire Moorlands recorded a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 in October 2024, a 4.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends seen in the area’s crime statistics, though the monthly exposure figure remains a key metric for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. Daily crime data shows an average of 18 crimes per day in October, a figure that may help residents gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. When compared to the UK average, the area continues to perform significantly better, with its overall rate 28.4% below the national figure. However, this comparative advantage does not eliminate the need for vigilance, particularly in light of specific increases in certain crime categories over the month.