Evesham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Evesham’s crime profile in December 2023, accounting for 33.5% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents—12.5% above the UK average—the area faces challenges that diverge from national trends. This rate, though slightly lower than the previous month’s 8.3 per 1,000, remains higher than the UK’s 7.2 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crime, particularly in the context of December’s seasonal dynamics, may be influenced by factors such as the Christmas shopping peak and extended dark evenings, which could increase opportunities for certain offences. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 16.5% of all incidents, a rate 40% above the UK average. This suggests a unique local challenge in managing public order. Shoplifting, at 1.0 per 1,000, is 104% above the UK average, indicating a possible link to Evesham’s retail environment. The seasonal context of December—characterised by festive activity, reduced daylight, and increased alcohol consumption—may contribute to these patterns. While property crimes collectively make up 54.7% of incidents, the violent crime category’s prominence underscores the need for targeted interventions. The area’s crime profile thus reflects a combination of local factors, such as its market town character and seasonal rhythms, interacting with broader national trends.

December 2023 witnessed a notable 60% increase in burglary, rising from 10 to 16 incidents, while bicycle theft and theft from the person both doubled from zero to one and two cases respectively. These spikes may partly explain the overall rate’s deviation from the UK average. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 69.2%, from 13 to 4, and public order offences fell by 20%, from 15 to 12. This shift highlights a complex mix of rising and falling crime types. Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000—3% above the UK average. Shoplifting, at 1.0 per 1,000, is 104% above the UK average, suggesting a localised issue in retail areas. The increase in burglary could reflect seasonal patterns, such as empty homes during the holidays.

Evesham’s crime rate in December 2023 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 2.1% decrease from the previous month’s 8.3 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the 12.5% national average, highlighting local variations. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 8 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that offers context for residents assessing local safety. When scaled to the population of 29,214, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 124 residents. This monthly aggregate underscores the frequency of incidents, though it does not reflect daily fluctuations. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which are significantly higher than national rates. However, areas such as vehicle crime and public order offences show lower rates, suggesting a mixed profile of local challenges and strengths compared to the broader UK context.