Moor Park Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Moor Park's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 44.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, while a 26.5% increase from December's rate of 3.3, reflects a broader trend of low crime levels typical for the area. The breakdown of crimes shows that property-related offences dominate, accounting for 58% of the total (14 out of 24 crimes). Violence and sexual offences make up 25% of the total, with 6 incidents recorded, yet this category remains 62% below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period, reduced retail activity, and shorter days—likely contributes to the lower levels of outdoor crimes and the focus on property-based offences. Other thefts, though a smaller portion of the total (20.8%), are higher than the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in securing personal belongings in the area. The presence of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson at levels 70% and 47% below UK averages, respectively, indicates that while certain categories remain elevated, others are significantly under the national benchmark. This mixed picture underscores the need to consider both local dynamics and broader UK trends when assessing Moor Park's crime profile.

The most dramatic shift in January 2024 was the 400% increase in other thefts, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 200% rise in burglaries, suggests a notable shift in criminal activity. While other thefts are 58% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, violence and sexual offences remained 62% below the UK average at 1.0 per 1,000. The 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the rise in other thefts, as such behaviour can create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Vehicle crime decreased by 20%, aligning with seasonal trends of reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours. The 39% increase in burglary above the UK average highlights vulnerabilities in property security, even as overall crime rates remain low for the area.

Moor Park's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 26.5% compared to the previous month, reflecting a shift in crime patterns. Over the 31 days of January, the area recorded an average of one crime per day, a figure that provides a local context for residents. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime occurring for every 243 residents over the course of the month—a relatively low frequency compared to UK-wide averages. The previous month's rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents highlights a recent upward trend, though the area remains significantly below the UK average. This monthly exposure statistic offers a tangible measure of risk for residents, suggesting that while crime has increased slightly, the overall environment remains safer than the national average. The daily crime count and monthly exposure figures together illustrate that Moor Park's crime levels remain manageable within its built-up area context.