Bewdley Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bewdley's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000, 26.8% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure places the built-up area within Wyre Forest among the safer regions nationally. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (27.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.5%) and vehicle crime (13.2%). The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month and increased tourism—may have influenced these trends. decrease in violent crime compared to July. Vehicle crime, however, rose sharply, likely linked to summer travel patterns or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, though its rate was 3% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or local initiatives. The town's character as a historic market town with limited commercial density may contribute to lower burglary rates, which were 35% below the UK average. However, the 78% above UK average rate for vehicle crime indicates a specific challenge, tied to the area's road networks or parking infrastructure. Seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during holidays may have inadvertently created opportunities for vehicle-related crimes, though this remains a hypothesis requiring further analysis. The overall picture suggests a balance between stable crime prevention measures and emerging challenges in specific categories.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in August 2024 was a 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 3 to 9 incidents. This surge, while significant, remains below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, indicating a localised anomaly. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences fell by 38.7%, from 31 to 19, a decrease that aligns with the UK-wide trend of reduced violent crime during summer months. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, accounting for 23.5% of total crimes, though it stayed 3% below the UK average. The contrast between vehicle crime's sharp rise and burglary's 50% increase—despite a 35% UK average deficit—suggests seasonal factors may have influenced property crime patterns. Residents may find the 78% above UK average rate for vehicle crime particularly notable, highlighting a specific vulnerability in local infrastructure or parking arrangements.

Bewdley's crime rate in August 2024 dropped by 21.9% compared to July's 7.7 per 1,000, now standing at 6.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in smaller built-up areas during summer months, where seasonal patterns often see reduced property crimes and violent incidents. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 2 incidents per day across 31 days, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low population density and stable community dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Bewdley well below the UK average. This statistic suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national context, though localised factors—such as the town's historical character and limited commercial density—may contribute to this disparity. The comparison highlights a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime rates in Bewdley, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary, which are 3% and 6% below UK averages respectively.