Moor Park Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Moor Park's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 67.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's relative safety compared to national trends, though the data reveals a combination of seasonal and local factors. The top crime categories were violence and sexual offences (31.3% of total crimes) and property crimes (62.5% of total), with vehicle crime and burglary accounting for 18.8% each. As June marks the start of summer, the extended daylight hours and increasing tourism activity in nearby coastal and rural areas may have influenced local crime dynamics. However, the low overall rate suggests that Moor Park's built-up character within Three Rivers—likely defined by a mix of residential and commercial zones—contributes to its lower crime profile. Violent crime rates in Moor Park were 67% below the UK average, a figure consistent with the area's limited nightlife and lower population density compared to major urban centres. The seasonal context of June, with its longer days and early tourism activity, may have inadvertently created conditions where property crimes, particularly vehicle-related offences, are more likely to occur due to increased foot traffic and vehicle presence in public spaces.

June 2024 saw significant month-on-month increases in three crime categories: burglary, drugs, and criminal damage and arson, each doubling compared to May. This surge in burglary—rising from one to three incidents—suggests a possible shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer months, potentially linked to increased home occupancy or open windows during warmer weather. The doubling of drug-related crimes, while still a small absolute number (one incident), could indicate heightened local activity around the start of the summer season, though further data would be needed to confirm this. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson cases also doubled, though the low base figure (from zero to two incidents) means this change must be interpreted cautiously. The crime mix in Moor Park remained heavily skewed towards property crimes (62.5% of total), with violent crime accounting for 31.3%—a proportion 67% below the UK average. This divergence underscores Moor Park's distinct character compared to larger urban areas, where violent crime often dominates. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the 200% increase in burglary, which may warrant heightened vigilance around home security measures during the summer months.

Moor Park's crime rate in June 2024 (2.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 60.2% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 1.7 per 1,000. This rise, while significant, still places the area far below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 365 residents. This low frequency contrasts sharply with larger urban centres where daily crime rates often exceed ten per 1,000 residents. The population-scaled perspective reinforces Moor Park's status as a relatively low-crime area, with its 5,842 residents encountering a total of 16 crimes—a rate that, while up from May, remains exceptionally low in absolute terms. The comparison to the UK average also highlights regional disparities: while vehicle crime in Moor Park aligned closely with the national average (0.5 per 1,000), burglary rates were 67% above the UK figure, suggesting localized vulnerabilities. This contrast may reflect the area's specific demographics, such as the presence of older housing stock or transient populations that could make properties more susceptible to targeted crime. For residents, the most pertinent takeaway is that while the overall crime rate remains low, the month-on-month increase in burglary necessitates awareness of seasonal crime patterns and proactive security measures.