Kings Hill Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kings Hill's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This places the area 38.7% below the national benchmark, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to the broader UK context. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (21 incidents, 48.8% of total), followed by other theft (5 incidents, 11.6%) and anti-social behaviour (4 incidents, 9.3%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of November, a month marked by shorter days, Bonfire Night events, and the early onset of Black Friday shopping. While violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, their rates are 15% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may mitigate some risks associated with this crime type. Other theft, though rising sharply in month-on-month terms, still remains 19% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, which fell by 62% compared to the UK average, may be influenced by the area's relatively low population density and community-focused policing strategies. The overall crime profile illustrates a balance between local-specific challenges and broader national trends, with November's unique context shaping the distribution of reported incidents. The data underscores a mixed picture where some crime types are well-managed, while others reflect broader societal pressures during this time of year.

November 2023 saw a 320% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 5 to 21 incidents. This surge, though concerning, still places the rate 15% below the UK average. Other theft also rose sharply, with a 400% increase from 1 to 5 incidents, though this category remains 19% below the national average. Anti-social behaviour doubled, but its rate (0.4 per 1,000) is 62% below the UK figure, suggesting local interventions may be effective. Conversely, public order offences fell by 71.4% (from 7 to 2), a decline that may reflect reduced foot traffic during November's darker evenings. The crime mix shifted significantly, with violent crime now accounting for 48.8% of all incidents—up from a lower share in previous months—while property crimes (15 total) made up 35% of the total. This shift highlights the growing prominence of violent crime in the area's profile. A resident might find the 1-in-220 monthly exposure rate (based on the population of 9,452) particularly relevant, as it contextualises the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. The data also reveals that criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) and vehicle crime (3 incidents) both remain below UK averages, though these categories saw no month-on-month changes.

Kings Hill's crime rate in November 2023 (4.6 per 1,000) marked a 105% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.2 per 1,000. This jump, while notable, still leaves the area significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may appear low but must be contextualised within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents—a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Kings Hill's performance across multiple crime categories is striking: violence and sexual offences (15% below UK average), anti-social behaviour (62% below), and burglary (71% below). These disparities may be attributed to the area's smaller population, community policing efforts, or its location within a larger borough that shares resources. The 105% increase from October is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a seasonal fluctuation influenced by November's unique dynamics—dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and pre-Christmas shopping. However, the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, indicating that the area's safety measures and demographic characteristics continue to exert a moderating effect on crime trends.