Waltham Cross Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Waltham Cross, a built-up area within Broxbourne, reported 116 crimes in November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 9.2% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, indicating a persistent challenge in maintaining local safety. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (28.5% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (19.8%), and shoplifting (10.3%). These patterns reflect the area’s characteristics as a mixed-use community with retail and residential zones, where public spaces and high streets may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and theft. Seasonal factors also played a role: the decline in shoplifting compared to October may be linked to the timing of Black Friday promotions, while the increase in theft from the person could be connected to darker evenings and increased foot traffic in commercial areas. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly below the UK average (2.4 vs 2.6 per 1,000), remain a significant concern, influenced by local demographics or social dynamics. The data suggests that while Waltham Cross faces challenges similar to other urban areas, its unique mix of residential and retail environments may amplify certain crime types. The seasonal context of November — marked by Bonfire Night and the early shopping season — likely interacts with these patterns, creating a combination of environmental factors and criminal activity.

November 2024 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 4 incidents. This spike aligns with the seasonal context of dark evenings and Black Friday shopping, which may have created opportunities for opportunistic theft. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 63.6%, likely reflecting the impact of reduced social gatherings as the month progressed. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 19.8% of all crimes, remains 44% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in the area. Shoplifting. from October’s 26 incidents to 12, still exceeds the UK rate by 30%. This category’s decline may be partly attributed to increased police presence during Black Friday, though the underlying trend of retail crime remains concerning. Burglary increased by 40%, from 5 to 7 incidents, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in residential security during the holiday season.

Waltham Cross recorded 116 crimes in November 2024, equating to 4 crimes per day on average. This figure translates to roughly one reported crime for every 121 residents over the course of the month. While the crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents is 9.2% above the UK average, the area has seen a significant drop from the previous month’s rate of 11.8 per 1,000 — a 30.2% decrease. This reduction suggests a possible stabilization in local crime patterns, though the rate remains elevated compared to the UK. The daily crime context provides a tangible measure for residents: with 4 crimes reported each day, the area’s population faces a higher frequency of incidents than the national average. The monthly exposure figure of 1-in-121 residents offers a snapshot of how often individuals might encounter crime in their community, though this does not account for variations in population density or local policing efforts.