Stourport-on-Severn Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Stourport-on-Severn, 5.3 crimes were reported in October 2023, placing the area 33.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for roughly every 188 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (22%) and criminal damage and arson (9%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a small built-up town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where social interactions and local events may influence crime trends. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings and the Halloween period—likely contributes to higher reports of anti-social behaviour and violence, as extended night hours and community gatherings can create environments conducive to such incidents. While property crimes (33 total) and violent crimes (33 total) were evenly distributed, the absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary suggests that local security measures and community awareness may be effective in mitigating these risks. The relatively low crime rate, particularly for vehicle crime and shoplifting, contrasts with the UK average, indicating that Stourport-on-Severn’s compact nature and lower foot traffic in retail areas may reduce opportunities for such offences.

October 2023 saw a 24.8% increase in the overall crime rate compared to September, rising from 4.3 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This uptick was driven by a 200% surge in burglary cases, jumping from 3 to 9 incidents, and a 300% increase in 'other crime' reports, which rose from 1 to 4. These shifts suggest a possible seasonal influence, as the clocks going back and darker evenings may have heightened opportunities for property-related crimes. Conversely, public order offences fell by 25%, declining from 4 to 3, potentially reflecting reduced activity during the early stages of the holiday season. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), with a 33% gap, indicating that local efforts in community policing or targeted interventions may be yielding positive results. Meanwhile, burglary in the area is 47% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), highlighting a specific vulnerability that warrants further attention from local authorities. For residents, the 200% rise in burglary is a concrete data point that underscores the need for heightened vigilance, particularly in securing properties during the autumn months.

Compared to the previous month, Stourport-on-Severn’s crime rate in October 2023 rose by 24.8%, from 4.3 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 3 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s fluctuating crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, the likelihood of being a victim of crime was 1 in 188 residents, a rate that remains well below the UK average but underscores the need for continued monitoring. The population context reveals that with 18,755 residents, even a small increase in crime can have a noticeable impact on local perceptions of safety. While the overall rate is still 33.8% lower than the UK average, the 47% above-average burglary rate (0.5 per 1,000) and 43% above-average 'other crime' rate (0.2 per 1,000) indicate specific vulnerabilities that may require targeted strategies. These figures, when viewed through the lens of the area’s demographics and geography, suggest that localised factors—such as the presence of older housing stock or transient populations—may be contributing to these disparities. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the importance of maintaining community-based initiatives that have kept other crime types, like shoplifting and vehicle crime, significantly below national levels.