Three Rivers Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Three Rivers’ crime rate in June 2023 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, 38.8% below the UK average of 8.5. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relative safety, though the monthly figures reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31% of all crimes, with 154 incidents recorded—a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents, 45% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 23.9% of crimes, while shoplifting represented 9.9%. These figures align with seasonal trends, as June marks the start of summer and the beginning of increased tourism in nearby coastal and rural areas. The higher proportion of violent crimes compared to property crimes (violence: 31%, property: 36.6%) suggests that community-focused policing efforts may be addressing property-related issues more effectively. However, the rise in shoplifting could be linked to seasonal shopping patterns or increased foot traffic in retail hubs. The area’s overall low crime rate may also be influenced by its character as a largely suburban district with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where community engagement and local initiatives could contribute to crime prevention. These factors, combined with the UK’s broader context, suggest that Three Rivers’ crime profile is shaped by both local demographics and national trends.

June 2023 marked a significant rise in shoplifting, with 49 incidents reported—a 63.3% increase from 30 in May. This surge may partly explain the 3.2% overall crime rate increase compared to the previous month. Conversely, crimes like robbery and theft from the person fell sharply, with robbery dropping by 62.5% (from 8 to 3) and theft from the person decreasing by 33.3% (from 3 to 2). These declines could reflect heightened community awareness or seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas during summer. Violence and sexual offences remained 45% below the UK average, with 1.6 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.9. This contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in categories like public order offences, which were 70% below the national rate. Residents may find the drop in bicycle theft (28.6% decrease) reassuring, though the 60% rise in drug-related offences raises questions about local patterns.

June 2023 saw a 3.2% increase in Three Rivers’ crime rate compared to May, rising from 5.0 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stood at 8.5 per 1,000. Daily crime figures show 17 crimes reported each day in June, a manageable number for a district of 95,807 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 193 residents, a rate that, while not negligible, reflects the area’s overall low crime profile. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, which would equate to one crime per approximately 100 residents. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Three Rivers’ crime levels are far below national benchmarks, suggesting effective local policing or community factors that mitigate risk. However, the small upward shift in June warrants monitoring, particularly in categories like shoplifting and drug-related offences.