Stevenage Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 91,774, Stevenage recorded 815 crimes in May 2024, equating to 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 6% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slightly higher-than-national crime profile. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (26.4%), and other theft (10.1%). These figures align with the area’s character as a mid-sized town with a mix of residential, commercial, and educational zones. The seasonal context of May—bank holidays, extended evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the higher volume of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. While shoplifting and vehicle crime remain below UK averages, the surge in anti-social behaviour and other theft suggests pressures in areas with high foot traffic or community tensions. The balance between property and violent crime also shifts monthly, with violence dominating in May, a trend consistent with other mid-sized towns where interpersonal conflicts peak during warmer months.

May 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Bicycle theft surged by 140% compared to April, rising from 5 to 12 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal cycling activity or vulnerabilities in local storage solutions. Other theft also rose by 49.1%, with 82 reported cases, while shoplifting increased by 33.3% (42 to 56). These shifts suggest potential gaps in security measures during the May bank holiday period, when increased foot traffic and leisure activities might create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 88.9% (from 9 to 1), and robbery dropped by 50% (from 6 to 3), linked to improved policing efforts or reduced public drinking in key areas. Anti-social behaviour and other theft remain above UK averages by 59% and 55% respectively, highlighting ongoing challenges in managing community disorder. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime are below national rates, a contrast that may reflect Stevenage’s lower retail density compared to larger urban centres.

Stevenage’s crime rate in May 2024 (8.9 per 1,000) marks a 10.3% increase from April’s rate of 8.1 per 1,000, underscoring a month-on-month uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 26 crimes per day, a figure that, while not uncommon for similar-sized areas, may concern residents during peak socialising hours. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 113 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised with the town’s population of 91,774, illustrates the frequency of crime in a tangible way. This rate is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, as Stevenage’s overall crime profile remains consistently higher than the national benchmark. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the absolute number of crimes appearing modest, the rate translates to a visible presence in the community. This context is crucial for residents assessing local safety, as the daily and monthly figures provide a clearer sense of how crime intersects with daily life in Stevenage.