Featherstone Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Featherstone's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 8.8 per 1,000 residents, 4.8% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This slight elevation underscores a broader pattern where violent crimes (54 incidents, 50.9% of total) dominate the local crime picture, significantly outpacing the UK average for this category (2.8 per 1,000). The seasonal context of May — with bank holidays and extended evening hours — likely contributes to the prevalence of violence and public order offences, which accounted for 60.3% of all reported crimes. This aligns with the area's character as a small urban centre with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where increased socialising in public areas may drive such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, was lower than the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), suggesting that community initiatives or local policing strategies may be effective in curbing such disturbances. However, the stark contrast between this and the 58% above-average rate for violent crimes highlights the need for targeted interventions. The data also reveals a mixed picture for property crimes, with shoplifting declining sharply (from 10 to 2 incidents) but vehicle crime and other thefts rising, reflecting the dynamic nature of local crime trends. This interplay between different categories illustrates the complexity of managing crime in a small urban environment where seasonal and demographic factors continually shape the landscape.

May 2024 saw a stark shift in crime patterns, with drug-related offences tripling from 1 to 3 incidents — a 200% increase. This surge, while small in absolute terms, may partly explain the overall rise in violent crimes, which accounted for 50.9% of all reported incidents. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 80% (from 10 to 2), likely reflecting seasonal changes as bank holidays and longer evenings shifted activity away from retail spaces. The area's violent crime rate (4.5 per 1,000) was 58% above the UK average, a disparity that contrasts with anti-social behaviour rates (0.7 per 1,000) which were 52% below the national figure. This divergence suggests that while some crime types are being effectively managed, others — particularly those tied to illicit substances — require closer attention. For residents, the 80% drop in shoplifting offers a tangible example of how seasonal factors can influence local crime trends.

Featherstone's crime rate in May 2024 rose to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, a 12.7% increase from the previous month's 7.8 per 1,000. This places the area slightly above the UK average, but the shift in crime patterns reveals deeper insights. On average, 3 crimes were reported daily in May, a figure that, while modest, reflects a consistent local rhythm. Over the course of the month, 1 in 114 residents experienced a reported crime — a metric that contextualises the impact on the community. The population of 12,098 means each crime has a tangible effect on individual lives, particularly in areas where violent crimes dominate. While the overall rate remains close to national levels, the rise in drug-related offences (up 200% month-on-month) contrasts with declines in shoplifting, highlighting a combination of local dynamics and broader trends. This suggests that while some crime types are being mitigated, others may be emerging due to seasonal or demographic factors.