Strensall Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,241 residents, Strensall recorded 13 crimes in July 2024, equating to a crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 people. This figure is 70.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlighting a safer environment compared to national trends. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (5 incidents, 38.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson (2 incidents each, 15.4% of total). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 2.9 per 1,000 residents, and anti-social behaviour for 1.4 per 1,000. July, a peak summer month with schools out and tourism at its height, may partly explain the patterns observed. The equal split between property and violent crimes (5 each) suggests a balanced risk profile, though the low overall rate indicates effective community policing or environmental factors. The absence of major property crimes like burglary or vehicle theft, which are typically more prevalent in urban areas, points to a unique local dynamic. Seasonal festivals and outdoor events may have increased foot traffic, yet the crime rate remains exceptionally low, reflecting strong community cohesion or targeted prevention efforts. The data also shows that other theft (2 incidents) and burglary (1 incident) fall below UK averages, reinforcing Strensall’s position as a relatively secure area. These findings, while preliminary, warrant further analysis to understand the interplay between local characteristics and crime trends.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and other crime both rising by 100% compared to June (from 0 to 1 incident each), and criminal damage and arson increasing by 100% (from 1 to 2). These increases, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging risks linked to summer activities or targeted vulnerabilities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 60% (from 5 to 2 incidents), a decline consistent with the seasonal reduction in alcohol-related incidents often seen during school holidays. The breakdown of crimes reveals a 65% gap between Strensall’s violence and sexual offences rate (1.0 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), suggesting local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be effective in reducing such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 72% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, reinforcing the area’s low-risk profile. Other crime (0.2 per 1,000) is 18% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Residents may find the stability in violent crime rates (5 incidents, same as June) reassuring, despite the small upward tick in specific categories. These figures highlight the importance of maintaining community-focused initiatives to sustain this low-crime environment.

Strensall’s crime rate in July 2024 (2.5 per 1,000) matched the previous month’s rate exactly, indicating no significant monthly fluctuation. Over 31 days, the area experienced roughly 0 crimes per day—a figure that, while technically zero, reflects the low overall volume. This daily context is crucial for residents: over the course of the month, only one crime occurred for every 403 residents, a monthly exposure rate far below the UK average. With a population of 5,241, the 13 recorded crimes translate to a manageable risk profile, particularly when compared to national benchmarks. The area’s stability is further underscored by its consistent performance against UK averages: violence and sexual offences (38.5% of total) are 65% below the UK rate, and anti-social behaviour is 72% below. This suggests that local factors—whether demographic, economic, or social—may contribute to the sustained safety record. For perspective, a resident has a 1-in-403 chance of being directly affected by a crime over the course of a month, a statistic that contextualizes the low probability of personal involvement. This population-scaled view is essential for understanding how crime impacts daily life, emphasizing that Strensall’s low rate is not just a statistical anomaly but a reflection of broader community resilience.