Kings Hill Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Kings Hill, 3.6 crimes were recorded in January 2024 — a rate 51.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 278 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 55.9% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (11.8%) and public order offences (8.8%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal conflicts and property damage dominate the crime profile, though the overall rate remains markedly lower than the national average. Seasonal factors likely play a role: January’s post-holiday period, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days may partly explain the lower incidence of outdoor crimes, such as vehicle theft or shoplifting. The relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average (2.0 vs 2.6 per 1,000) could reflect local dynamics, such as the area’s character as a built-up district with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. However, the absence of significant spikes in property crime, combined with the 65% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, indicates that Kings Hill’s crime picture may be shaped by specific community patterns or effective local measures. While direct causes, the combination of a low overall rate and a distinct crime mix suggests a need for ongoing analysis of local factors that may influence these trends.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 100% (from 0 to 3) and vehicle crime doubling (from 1 to 2). This increase in public order incidents, though still below the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), may reflect seasonal changes — shorter days and colder weather could drive more indoor gatherings, increasing the likelihood of disputes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), linked to post-holiday enforcement efforts or reduced social activity. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, declined by 13.6% compared to the previous month (from 22 to 19), though they remain 23% below the UK average. This category’s lower-than-national rate may be influenced by the area’s demographics or local policing strategies. Shoplifting and vehicle crime were both 65% and 60% below the UK average, respectively, suggesting that Kings Hill’s retail and transport environments may be less prone to these specific crimes. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the low daily crime count: roughly one incident per day, a figure that places the area in stark contrast to national trends.

The crime rate in Kings Hill rose by 3.2% from 3.5 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents between December 2023 and January 2024, but this increase remains minimal in absolute terms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 278 residents — a figure that underscores the area’s relatively low risk profile compared to the UK average. Daily crime counts averaged just one per day, a statistic that would likely be of interest to local residents concerned about safety. When scaled to the population of 9,452, this means that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than in many parts of the country. The comparison to the UK average highlights a broader disparity: while violence and sexual offences in Kings Hill are 23% below the national rate, the area’s overall crime picture is shaped by its unique mix of offences. This includes a marked absence of shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are 65% and 60% below the UK average, respectively. These figures suggest that local factors — such as community engagement, economic conditions, or policing priorities — may contribute to the area’s distinct crime profile. However, direct causal links, and further analysis would be needed to explore these patterns in depth.