Hemsworth Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hemsworth's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 14.5 per 1,000 residents, 72.6% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark divergence reflects a combination of local factors, with violence and sexual offences making up 38.4% of all reported crimes. The area's built-up nature and proximity to transport hubs likely contribute to the high frequency of incidents, particularly during peak summer months when festivals and events attract larger crowds. Seasonal patterns also play a role, as increased foot traffic in public spaces correlates with rising reports of theft from the person and unclassified 'other crime' categories. While the overall crime rate remains a concern, the data also reveals some areas of improvement, such as the 8.3% decrease in public order offences, which may indicate the effectiveness of recent policing strategies around local gatherings. The dominance of violent crime, however, highlights a need for targeted interventions in areas with high nightlife activity. Hemsworth's population-scaled perspective further underscores the disparity between local rates and the UK average, with violent and property-related offences contributing most significantly to this gap. As the summer season progresses, the challenge will be to maintain the momentum of these reductions while addressing the persistent issues that drive the higher-than-average crime burden in this urban area.

July 2024 saw a 200% increase in 'other crime' incidents, rising from three to nine, a stark jump that may partly reflect the complexity of unclassified offences during summer events. Other theft also surged by 166.7%, climbing from three to eight, likely driven by increased foot traffic during festivals and outdoor gatherings. Theft from the person doubled from zero to two, indicating a heightened risk for residents and visitors in public spaces. In contrast, public order offences declined by 8.3%, possibly linked to improved policing efforts around local events. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 96% above the UK average, with 53 incidents reported. This category's dominance—accounting for 38.4% of total crimes—suggests a pressing need for targeted interventions in areas with high nightlife activity. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson were the only category below the UK average, by 5%, due to seasonal maintenance efforts or reduced vandalism during warmer weather.

Hemsworth's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 14.5 per 1,000 residents, a 32.6% increase from June's 10.9 per 1,000. This upward trend underscores the area's persistent challenges with crime despite efforts to address it. Daily crime activity averaged approximately four incidents per day, a consistent presence that reflects the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to major transport links. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 69 residents, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of around 9,500 people. This monthly exposure rate, while contextually relevant, does not account for localized hotspots or variations in daily patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Hemsworth's crime burden is higher than the UK average, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour contributing most heavily to this disparity. While the daily figure provides a snapshot, the monthly aggregate highlights the need for sustained public safety initiatives in a relatively small urban area with high foot traffic during summer months.