Wixams Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Wixams during October 2024, accounting for 32.3% of all reported crimes. This category recorded a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 was 51.9% below the national average of 8.1 per 1,000, a stark contrast to many urban centres. Public order offences (16.1% of total crimes) and burglary (12.9%) followed as the next most common categories. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: October’s shorter evenings and Halloween festivities may have contributed to increased public order incidents, while the transition from autumn to winter could have affected burglary rates. The relatively low crime rate aligns with Wixams’ character as a planned community with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where community cohesion and infrastructure may help mitigate crime. However, the spike in public order offences suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic or social gathering areas. Shoplifting and vehicle crime were 86% and 79% below UK averages respectively, reflecting effective policing in retail zones or limited opportunities for such crimes in this area.

October 2024 saw a 100% increase in public order offences, rising from zero to five incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, may indicate heightened activity in public spaces during Halloween or other events. Burglary also increased by 33.3%, with four incidents reported compared to three in September. This rise, while modest, is significant given the category’s 52% above UK average rate of 0.3 per 1,000. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 23.1%, from 13 to 10 incidents, a welcome trend that may reflect seasonal factors or effective policing. Other crime (e.g. fraud or online offences) doubled from zero to two cases, a category that is 67% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Residents might note that burglary and public order crimes are higher than the UK average, suggesting local vulnerabilities that require attention. The 100% increase in public order offences could be particularly useful for community groups to address through event management or increased patrols.

Wixams’ crime rate in October 2024 (3.9 per 1,000) marked a 6.9% increase from September’s 3.6 per 1,000.9% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 258 residents over the course of October. This monthly exposure rate highlights the low probability of encountering crime for most residents, but the upward trend from September suggests a need for continued vigilance. With a population of 7,996, the area’s small size amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations in crime rates. For example, the 33.3% increase in burglaries (from three to four incidents) represents a meaningful shift in a community of this scale. The contrast with the UK average is stark: while Wixams’ overall rate is nearly half the national figure, its public order offences and burglary rates exceed the UK average, indicating specific challenges that may require tailored strategies. These comparisons underscore the importance of localised approaches to crime prevention, balancing the area’s overall safety with targeted interventions in areas where crime rates diverge from national trends.