Wick (Arun) Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Wick (Arun) record a crime rate of 10.2 per 1,000 residents, 34.2% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a built-up area with a mix of retail and residential zones, where seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may have influenced crime patterns. The most common crimes were shoplifting (30.9% of total incidents), violence and sexual offences (19.9%), and vehicle crime (14.7%). These trends are consistent with the area’s character as a commuter hub, where retail activity and parking infrastructure may contribute to property-related offences. Shoplifting, in particular, remains high compared to the UK average, likely driven by the presence of high-street stores and the timing of seasonal sales. Meanwhile, violent crime remains below the UK average, due to lower population density and fewer late-night venues compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of November—dark evenings, Bonfire Night events, and the start of the festive shopping period—may have created conditions conducive to certain crimes, such as vehicle theft and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall crime rate’s sharp divergence from the UK average suggests local-specific factors, including policing strategies and community dynamics, play a significant role in shaping the area’s crime profile. As the month progresses, continued analysis will be needed to determine whether these trends are temporary or indicative of broader shifts.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift was an 185.7% rise in vehicle crime, jumping from 7 to 20 incidents. This spike aligns with seasonal factors such as dark evenings, which may partly explain increased opportunities for theft in parked vehicles. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained the most prevalent crime, accounting for 30.9% of all reported incidents, and was 364% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast suggests local retail dynamics, such as high footfall during Black Friday, could be driving the trend. Violent crime fell below the UK average by 22%, with 2.0 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000. This may reflect effective community policing or lower nightlife activity during the month. Residents should be aware of the vehicle crime surge, particularly in areas with high commuter traffic.

Wick (Arun)'s crime rate in November 2024 rose to 10.2 per 1,000 residents, a 22.5% increase from the previous month’s 8.4 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent disparity. Locally, this translates to roughly 5 crimes reported each day—a rate that, over the course of the month, equates to one crime for every 98 residents. While this figure may seem high, it is essential to contextualise it within Wick’s built-up area profile, where retail and commuter activity likely contribute to property crime trends. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the rise, the area remains relatively small, with 13,288 residents. This means each resident faces a lower absolute risk compared to larger urban centres, though the rate itself underscores the need for continued monitoring of local patterns.