Bebington Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bebington's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.6% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This positions the area as significantly safer than the national picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.3%) and public order issues (12.6%). The prominence of violent crime may partly reflect the area's character as a mixed-use built-up area with active social hubs, where interactions during the summer months could heighten tensions. Conversely, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained low, with burglary at 0.7% of total crimes and vehicle crime 1.0%—both 79% and 100% below UK averages respectively. This suggests strong local deterrents, linked to community engagement or infrastructure design. Seasonal factors also appear relevant: June marks the start of summer, with longer days and increased foot traffic in retail and leisure areas, which may contribute to higher rates of public order offences and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of significant spikes in theft-related crimes—such as shoplifting (4.3% of total crimes, 63% below UK average)—contrasts with typical seasonal patterns in coastal or tourist areas, indicating that Bebington's crime profile is shaped by distinct local rhythms.

June 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with drugs-related offences surging by 600% compared to May, rising from 1 to 7 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, could reflect increased summer activity in areas where illicit drug use is more prevalent. Concurrently, theft from the person doubled, rising from 0 to 1 incident—a rare occurrence in the area but linked to heightened foot traffic in public spaces. Possession of weapons also rose by 100%, from 2 to 4 cases. On the other hand, vehicle crime plummeted by 62.5%, dropping from 8 to 3 incidents, due to reduced car theft during the summer months or improved vehicle security measures. The violent crime category remained relatively stable, though its rate (2.2 per 1,000) was 25% below the UK average, highlighting a consistent gap in violent crime trends. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 15.3% of all crimes, was 46% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or local initiatives in this area. Public order offences slightly exceeded the UK average by 4%, a small but intriguing deviation that may warrant closer attention to local event management or enforcement strategies.

Bebington's crime rate in June 2023 (5.3 per 1,000) marked an 11.4% decrease from May's 5.9 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, remains well below the UK average when scaled to population. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's overall low crime environment. With a population of 57,202, Bebington's per capita safety metrics stand in stark contrast to national trends, particularly in categories like burglary and vehicle crime, which were 100% and 79% below UK averages respectively. This divergence suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, urban design, or policing strategies—play a significant role in maintaining lower crime rates. However, the slight increase in public order offences (4% above the UK average) hints at potential challenges in managing seasonal activities, such as summer festivals or increased pedestrian traffic, which could benefit from targeted interventions. The comparison also highlights the importance of maintaining current practices in areas where Bebington already excels, while addressing emerging trends in categories like public order to ensure sustained progress.