Willington Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Willington’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 11.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 75% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure reflects a stark contrast to national trends, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile—accounting for 51.4% of all reported crimes. This category alone is 144% above the UK average, a disparity that underscores the area’s unique challenges. Anti-social behaviour, at 12.2% of all crimes, also exceeds the UK rate by 61%, while criminal damage and arson, at 10.8%, are 171% above the national average. These figures suggest a community grappling with persistent issues of disorder and property crime, compounded by the seasonal context of January—a month typically marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours. The dominance of violent crime, despite the post-holiday lull, may be influenced by local factors such as the built-up nature of the area, which can foster concentrated social interactions. However, the sharp increase in burglary, while not yet fully explained, highlights the need for further analysis into property-related vulnerabilities in Willington. The seasonal context, with its reduced outdoor activity, may have inadvertently shifted criminal focus toward residential targets, a hypothesis that requires closer examination in subsequent months.

Burglary saw an unprecedented 200% increase in January 2026, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This sharp jump contrasts with the 80% decline in shoplifting, which fell from 10 to 2 cases. The crime mix also shifted significantly, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 51.4% of all crimes—144% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained 61% above the UK rate, despite a 43.8% decrease from December. Public order offences surged by 133.3%, climbing from 3 to 7, a category that is 162% above the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of local dynamics and national trends, with property crimes like burglary rising sharply while retail-related thefts fell. For residents, the 200% spike in burglary is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance in securing homes during the post-holiday period.

Willington's crime rate in January 2026 fell by 10.9% compared to December 2025, declining from 13.3 to 11.9 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical of post-holiday periods, when retail footfall and outdoor activity often decrease. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in January, a figure that, while consistent with local rhythms, remains higher than the UK average. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 84 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent challenge of crime management in this built-up area. When contextualised against Willington's population of 6,227, this translates to a community where crime remains a frequent, though not overwhelming, presence. The drop from December’s rate may reflect reduced seasonal pressures, though the overall rate remains 75% above the UK average, highlighting the area’s distinct challenges compared to national trends.