Sutton Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Sutton's crime profile in February 2024, accounting for 31.8% of all reported crimes. This category, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, was 28% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, underscoring a relative safety in this area compared to the national trend. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marked an 18.3% reduction from the UK average, reflecting a combination of local policing strategies and community factors. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, contributing 16.6% of total crimes, and remained 5% below the UK average. The seasonal context of February, a winter month with low outdoor activity, likely contributed to the lower-than-expected rates for property crimes such as burglary and criminal damage, which saw declines of 33% and 26% respectively compared to the UK average. However, vehicle crime remained a concern, with rates 36% higher than the UK average, potentially linked to the built-up nature of the area and its commuter traffic. The data suggests a nuanced picture where violent crime is a priority, while other categories show mixed trends influenced by both local conditions and broader national patterns.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery incidents rising by 18.5% compared to January, reaching 32 cases. This increase, though modest, contrasts with a 43.3% decrease in theft from the person, which dropped from 30 to 17 cases. Vehicle crime, at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, remained 36% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 5%, suggesting possible improvements in community engagement or policing efforts. A resident might find the 36% disparity in vehicle crime rates particularly relevant, as it indicates a localised issue that could be influenced by factors such as commuter traffic or parking density in the built-up area. Other crime, including unclassified incidents, rose sharply by 58.3%, a trend that may warrant closer scrutiny in future reports.

Sutton's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 14.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull. On a daily basis, 42 crimes were reported over the 29 days of February, translating to a localised figure that reflects the built-up nature of the area. When scaled to the population of 211,985, the monthly exposure meant one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents. This metric offers a tangible perspective for residents, illustrating that while crime remains a concern, the rate is lower than the UK average. The reduction from January to February may also be influenced by the transition between winter and early spring, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific factors such as weather patterns or community activities.