Broad Blunsdon Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

August 2024 saw Broad Blunsdon maintain a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 39% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This continued below-average performance reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal factors. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 33.3% of all incidents (14 cases). This rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 18% above the UK average, suggesting that community-specific dynamics, such as the presence of transient populations or local events, may contribute to these incidents. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, with 13 incidents (31.0% of total) at a rate of 1.6 per 1,000, significantly lower than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (41% below). This discrepancy could be attributed to the area’s relatively small size and lower population density, which may reduce opportunities for such crimes. Public order offences (7 cases, 16.7% of total) also rose to 0.8 per 1,000, 27% above the UK average, a trend linked to August’s peak holiday season, which often brings increased foot traffic and social gatherings. While the overall crime rate remains low, the rise in 'Other crime' and 'Public order' offences warrants attention, particularly as these categories may indicate emerging trends or unmet community needs. The seasonal context of August—characterised by holidays, tourism, and the potential for empty homes—may also play a role in shaping crime patterns. Residents should remain vigilant, especially in areas with higher concentrations of transient visitors or during events that draw larger crowds.

August 2024 marked a stark increase in 'Other crime' and 'Public order' offences, with the former surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and the latter rising by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents). These jumps, though not reflected in the overall crime rate, signal a shift in the crime mix, with property crimes (4 total) now outnumbered by violent crimes (13 total). The drop in shoplifting by 90.9% (from 11 to 1 incident) stands in contrast, likely linked to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during August holidays. 'Other crime' in Broad Blunsdon is 212% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, a figure that could indicate underreported or less common offences in the area. Residents should be aware of these spikes, particularly in 'Public order' incidents, which may be influenced by the area’s proximity to tourist attractions or seasonal events that draw larger crowds.

Broad Blunsdon’s crime rate in August 2024 fell to 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 17.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern that aligns with the overall rate. When scaled to the population of 8,381 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for roughly every 200 residents. This figure provides context for local residents, indicating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to the UK average. However, the drop in the crime rate does not mask shifts in specific categories, such as the sharp rise in 'Other crime' and 'Public order' offences, which require closer attention. These changes suggest that while overall safety remains strong, targeted vigilance in certain areas may be warranted.