Burghfield Common Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Burghfield Common's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.2% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure translates to a per-capita risk that is lower than the national benchmark, though localized patterns reveal a combination of factors. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (40.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and shoplifting (9.5%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of September, when the return of students and the start of the academic year may influence local dynamics. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes contrasts with the UK average, where property-related offences often lead. This discrepancy may reflect Burghfield Common's character as a built-up area within West Berkshire, where community interactions and local policing strategies could mitigate certain types of crime while leaving others more visible. The seasonal context of September—marked by back-to-school activities and the transition to shorter evenings—may also contribute to increased incidents of violence, as social interactions shift and community spaces become more active. However, the area's overall safety profile remains strong, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both significantly below UK averages. This suggests that while certain challenges persist, the local environment appears to foster a relatively low-risk environment for residents, particularly when compared to broader national trends.

September 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing dramatic increases. Robbery, shoplifting, and burglary all rose from zero to one incident each, a 100% increase in each category. This spike in property-related crimes may partly explain the shift in the crime mix, as violent crimes accounted for 40.5% of total incidents, compared to 28.9% in the previous month. Vehicle crime remained 33% above the UK average. from six to four incidents. Conversely, public order offences fell by 60%, from five to two, likely reflecting the start of the academic year and reduced late-night activity as students returned to campus. The UK comparison for anti-social behaviour, which is 6% below the national average, suggests that community initiatives or local policing strategies may be contributing to this decline, though further data would be needed to confirm this connection.

Burghfield Common's crime rate in September 2024 remained stable at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no immediate surge or decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 6,629 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 158 residents, a rate that places the area well below the UK average. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk for residents: the likelihood of encountering a crime in Burghfield Common is significantly lower than the national average, though localized factors may still influence individual experiences. The population context further underscores that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have proportionally larger impacts in smaller communities, where community cohesion and local policing play a crucial role in maintaining safety.