Kings Hill Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour and violence each accounted for 25% of reported crimes in Kings Hill during August 2024, making these the dominant categories shaping the area's crime profile. With a total crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents—53.7% below the UK average of 8.2—Kings Hill continues to demonstrate a markedly lower risk of crime compared to the national picture. This contrast is particularly striking in violent crime, where the area's rate of 1.0 per 1,000 is 63% below the UK average of 2.7. The prevalence of anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, also underscores a unique local pattern, as this category is 31% below the UK average despite the significant month-on-month increase. August's role as a peak holiday month likely influenced these trends, with increased transient populations potentially contributing to the rise in low-level incidents. However, the absence of a corresponding increase in property crimes—vehicle crime remains 33% below UK averages—suggests that the area's built-up character and existing security measures may help mitigate certain risks. The relatively low levels of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and other theft (0.1 per 1,000), both well below UK averages, further reinforce the area's safety profile. These patterns align with the characteristics of a semi-rural built-up area, where community cohesion and limited commercial density may naturally limit opportunities for more serious crimes.

August saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+125%) and public order offences (+100%), with 9 incidents each. This surge, while notable, still leaves these categories 31% and 68% below UK averages respectively. Conversely, burglary fell by 60% (5 to 2 incidents), and other theft dropped 80% (5 to 1), reflecting improved security measures or seasonal factors. The drug-related crime rate rose to 0.3 per 1,000—36% above the UK average—highlighting a potential localised issue requiring further attention. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 30.8% (13 to 9), maintaining Kings Hill's position 63% below the UK average for this category. These shifts suggest a combination of summer tourism, local enforcement efforts, and community dynamics. Residents may find the 53.7% UK comparison figure particularly relevant, illustrating the area's consistently low crime profile despite occasional fluctuations.

Kings Hill's August 2024 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 3.0% increase from July's 3.7 per 1,000. This small upward trend aligns with typical seasonal patterns in built-up areas, where summer holidays and increased foot traffic may temporarily elevate low-level incidents. Daily crime figures show 1.16 crimes reported per day in August, a rate consistent with prior months but slightly higher than the 1.19 crimes per day recorded in July. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 263 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average for similar areas. With a population of 9,452, this translates to a manageable level of risk for residents, though the slight rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences suggests vigilance during evenings and weekends. The localised nature of crime here—concentrated in specific pockets rather than widespread—may reflect the area's suburban character, where community cohesion typically deters more severe incidents. This context helps explain why violent crimes remain significantly below UK averages despite the modest month-on-month increase.