Saxilby Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Saxilby’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 63.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relatively safe environment compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.5% of all crimes, followed by public order (18.8%) and anti-social behaviour (18.8%). These figures align with patterns typical of smaller built-up areas, where interpersonal disputes and low-level public order issues often dominate over more severe crimes. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower overall crime rate, though the sharp increase in public order offences suggests localized factors at play. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category, the rate of violence and sexual offences in Saxilby was 60% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s demographic profile or effective community policing. The low levels of burglary and criminal damage further indicate that Saxilby’s built-up character, with a mix of residential and commercial properties, does not drive the types of property crime seen in larger urban centres. This data illustrates an area where crime is both rare and largely confined to specific, manageable categories, even as month-on-month fluctuations hint at evolving local challenges.

February 2024 marked sharp increases in public order offences, which rose by 200% compared to January, and anti-social behaviour, which climbed by 50%. These spikes, though localized, highlight shifting patterns in the crime mix: while violent crimes (6 incidents) remained the most common category, property crimes (3 incidents) fell below the UK average for burglary but aligned closely with national rates. Public order offences in Saxilby were 2% above the UK average, a contrast to other categories like anti-social behaviour, which were 52% below. This divergence suggests that local dynamics—such as community events or seasonal transitions—may be influencing specific crime types. For residents, the 200% surge in public order offences is a concrete data point that could inform local safety initiatives or community engagement efforts.

Saxilby’s crime rate in February 2024 rose by 23.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.1 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime every 29 days, a figure that translates to a local monthly exposure of one crime for every 385 residents. This context is critical for residents: over the course of the month, the likelihood of encountering crime was significantly lower than the national average, even as local rates saw a modest uptick. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Saxilby’s crime profile is shaped by its smaller size and likely lower population density compared to major urban centres. While the rise in crime may prompt local scrutiny, the overall rate remains a stark contrast to the UK’s broader trends, suggesting that Saxilby’s environment—whether due to community cohesion, local policing, or other factors—continues to suppress crime effectively.