Southam Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Southam’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 34.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This marked improvement reinforces Southam’s position as one of the safer built-up areas within Stratford-on-Avon, a rural district with limited urban density. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (45% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (20%) and other theft (10%). These figures suggest a crime profile shaped by local dynamics, including the area’s proximity to Stratford-upon-Avon’s cultural and tourist attractions, which may contribute to incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the sharp decline in violent crime compared to the UK average is notable, potentially reflecting the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing efforts. Seasonal factors also played a role, with the dark evenings of November likely influencing patterns of violence and anti-social behaviour. The Black Friday shopping period may have contributed to a rise in other theft, though this remains an outlier compared to broader trends. Overall, the data indicates that Southam’s crime environment remains stable, with residents benefiting from a crime rate that is significantly lower than national benchmarks. Continued monitoring of emerging trends, such as the increase in drug-related offences, will be crucial to maintaining this safety record.

November 2023 saw a 300% increase in other theft cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, a stark shift that may reflect heightened activity around Black Friday shopping. This category, which includes theft from vehicles and premises, now accounts for 10% of all reported crimes, a significant jump from previous months. Concurrently, drug-related crimes doubled, with one incident reported in November compared to none in October, though this remains a small proportion of total crimes. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 33.3%, from 6 to 8 cases, potentially linked to the extended evenings of November and seasonal gatherings. Violent crimes in Southam remained 15% below the UK average, with 18 incidents recorded at a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents. This contrast highlights the area’s relatively lower exposure to violent crime compared to national trends. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas experiencing the surge in theft and anti-social behaviour, as these shifts may indicate evolving patterns influenced by seasonal factors.

Southam's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 9.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 5.4 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though the rate remains lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, Southam experienced roughly one reported crime per day in November, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 205 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area among the safer communities in the UK. When scaled to the local population of 8,208, this suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. However, the distribution of crimes across categories reveals specific vulnerabilities, particularly in violent offences and anti-social behaviour, which warrant continued monitoring. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that while the overall rate is low, targeted awareness in high-risk areas may still be necessary to address emerging patterns.