Wick (Arun) Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Wick (Arun), 8.1 crimes were reported in May 2023, placing the area 1.2% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This marginal but measurable difference underscores the need for localized analysis. The crime profile reveals a stark contrast to the UK norm, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 43.9% of all incidents—nearly double the UK average of 26% for the same category. Public order crimes also feature prominently, making up 17.8% of reported incidents, a rate 112% above the UK average. These figures suggest a unique interplay between local demographics and environmental factors. May's longer evenings, coupled with bank holidays, likely contribute to increased social activity in public spaces, which may explain the elevated rates of public order and violent crimes. While property crimes typically dominate in many areas, Wick (Arun) sees a different balance, with violent crimes far outpacing property-related offences. This divergence may reflect the area's character as a built-up zone within Arun, where community interactions and local events could influence crime patterns. The seasonal context of May—marking the transition from spring to summer—may also play a role, as outdoor drinking and socialising increase during this period. These factors, while plausible, remain speculative without further data. The overall rate, though slightly above the UK average, does not indicate a dramatic departure from national trends but highlights specific challenges within Wick (Arun).

May 2023 witnessed a striking 111.1% increase in public order crimes, rising from nine to 19 incidents. This jump, which outpaces the UK average by 112%, suggests a significant shift in local dynamics. Concurrently, vehicle crime saw a 100% surge, with three incidents reported in May after none in April. These figures may reflect seasonal factors, such as the extended evenings in May encouraging outdoor activity and associated socialising. Violent crimes accounted for 43.9% of all incidents, a share 26% higher than the UK average for the same category. This imbalance between property and violent crimes contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes typically dominate. Meanwhile, possession of weapons fell by 75%, from four to one incident, a decline that may indicate targeted policing or seasonal changes in illicit activity. For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person—rising from zero to one incident—highlights the need for vigilance in public spaces during this period.

In May 2023, Wick (Arun) saw a 32.0% increase in its crime rate compared to April, rising from 6.1 to 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This places the area 1.2% above the UK average, a marginal but notable shift. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day in May, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregated statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises risk in everyday terms. While the population of 13,288 residents provides a baseline for scaling these figures, the spike in public order crimes and the shift in violent crime patterns suggest localized factors at play. These figures do not directly correlate with broader UK trends but highlight specific challenges within Wick (Arun). The increase in violent crimes, which now account for 43.9% of all reported incidents, contrasts with the UK average of 26% for the same category. This divergence may reflect local dynamics such as increased social activity during longer evenings in May, though this remains a plausible rather than definitive explanation.