Saxilby Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Saxilby's overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents in August 2024 places it 59.8% below the UK average of 8.2, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks. This small built-up area within West Lindsey has maintained a markedly safer environment than the average UK neighbourhood, with violent crimes accounting for 50% of all reported incidents. Property crimes, though fewer in number (6 total), constituted only 30% of the total crime count, suggesting a relative emphasis on personal safety concerns over property-related offences. Seasonal factors in August—peak holiday activity and increased tourism—may have influenced crime patterns, though the area's low population density and likely limited commercial activity during this period appear to have mitigated risks typically associated with such times. The breakdown shows violence and sexual offences as the most common category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, 41% below the UK average for this category. This aligns with Saxilby's likely character as a rural or semi-rural built-up area, where community cohesion and limited nightlife may reduce opportunities for violent crime despite seasonal fluctuations. Anti-social behaviour, though less prevalent than in the UK (65% below the national average), remains a notable category, linked to transient populations or localised social dynamics during the summer months.

August 2024 saw a 70% reduction in anti-social behaviour, with incidents dropping from 10 to 3—a significant improvement that may reflect targeted local interventions or seasonal changes in community activity. Concurrently, other theft rose sharply by 200% (1 to 3 incidents), and other crime doubled from 0 to 1, suggesting emerging challenges in specific categories. Violent crimes, while still the most common category (50% of total), remained 41% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), a consistent trend that may relate to Saxilby's demographic profile or geographic isolation. The shift in crime mix, with property crimes comprising only 30% of incidents compared to 70% for violent crimes, contrasts with the UK average where property crimes typically dominate. This divergence could be attributed to local factors such as limited retail presence or lower foot traffic in public spaces, which may reduce opportunities for property-related offences. Residents might find the 70% drop in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a tangible improvement in community safety during a typically busy holiday season.

Saxilby's crime rate in August 2024 (3.3 per 1,000) represents a 12.9% decrease from July's rate of 3.7, continuing a downward trend that has likely been reinforced by August's seasonal dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the small population of 6,160 residents. When scaled to the monthly exposure, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 308 residents over the course of the month—a stark contrast to the UK average where such exposure would be significantly higher. This monthly ratio highlights Saxilby's exceptional safety profile, particularly when compared to larger urban areas where crime rates are typically more concentrated. The population-scaled perspective further underscores the area's low crime density, with violent crimes (1.6 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) both well below national averages. While the 200% increase in other theft and 100% rise in other crime may raise concerns, these isolated incidents do not detract from the overall trend of a safer environment compared to both the UK average and previous months. The combination of a declining trend, low population density, and seasonal factors likely contributes to Saxilby's position as a relatively secure built-up area within West Lindsey.