Saxilby Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,160, Saxilby reported 16 crimes in November 2023, translating to a crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents — a stark contrast to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure places the area 65.3% below the national benchmark, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (7 cases, 43.8% of total), followed by shoplifting, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage, each contributing 12.5% of the total. This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal and property-related issues, with no significant spikes in burglary or vehicle crime. Seasonal factors may have influenced patterns: Bonfire Night on 5 November and Black Friday shopping could have heightened tensions or opportunistic behaviour. The low level of violent crime, 58% below the UK average for this category, may partly explain the area’s safety profile, linked to its small-scale, close-knit community structure. However, the absence of major commercial hubs or transport networks likely limits exposure to crimes typically associated with high-footfall areas. The data shows no indication of systemic issues, with property crimes (5 total) comprising just 31.3% of all offences — a lower proportion than the UK’s typical property-crime dominance.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in Saxilby’s crime mix. Shoplifting and criminal damage both doubled compared to October, rising from 0 to 2 incidents each — a 100% increase. This uptick may relate to Black Friday shopping activity, which typically drives retail-related offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 71.4% (from 7 to 2 cases), and violence and sexual offences fell by 30% (from 10 to 7), possibly reflecting seasonal lulls in alcohol-fuelled disputes. Violent crime in Saxilby remains significantly below the UK average, with 1.1 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This gap of 58% suggests effective community policing or social cohesion in the area. Shoplifting, however, is 45% below the UK average (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000), which might indicate limited retail infrastructure or fewer high-traffic zones to attract such offences. A resident might find the 100% increase in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it highlights the potential impact of seasonal retail events on local crime patterns.

Saxilby’s crime rate in November 2023 (2.6 per 1,000) represents a 23.8% decrease from October’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000 — a downward trend that aligns with the area’s historically low crime levels. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that feels manageable for a community of 6,160 residents. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 385 residents underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. This stands in sharp contrast to the UK average, where residents face roughly 7.5 crimes per 1,000 — over 10 times the rate in Saxilby. The area’s small size and likely limited commercial activity may contribute to its lower exposure, as larger urban centres typically see higher concentrations of crime. However, the 100% increase in shoplifting and criminal damage raises questions about how seasonal events like Black Friday interact with local retail environments. While the overall trend is positive, the specific spikes in certain categories warrant attention, particularly if they indicate emerging vulnerabilities in the area’s security infrastructure.