Wingate Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wingate’s crime profile in July 2024 reveals a nuanced balance between violent and property crimes, with the former slightly outnumbering the latter. The overall crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 11.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a figure that suggests a relatively stable environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (30%) and anti-social behaviour (25%). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences typically account for a smaller share of total crimes. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism activity—may partly explain patterns such as the high rate of criminal damage and arson, which could be linked to increased outdoor events or unsecured properties during busy periods. While violent crime remains the most common category, its rate (2.6 per 1,000) is 9% below the UK average, indicating a potential focus on community-specific factors that mitigate violence. The relatively low property crime rate (2.4 per 1,000) compared to the UK average, which is not explicitly provided, suggests a possible combination of effective local policing and the area’s built-up character, which may limit opportunities for theft. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average (249% higher) raises questions about whether targeted interventions are needed in this category, given its disproportionate impact on Wingate’s crime picture.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in Wingate’s crime mix, with violent crimes (14) narrowly outpacing property crimes (13). This balance may reflect the area’s seasonal dynamics, as summer festivals and tourism activity could contribute to higher incidents of anti-social behaviour (up 25%) and criminal damage and arson (up 33.3%). Bicycle theft, though minor (1 incident), surged by 100% from zero in June, a spike that could be tied to increased cycling during warmer weather or temporary unsecured bike storage near event venues. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 50%, due to fewer alcohol-related incidents during quieter summer evenings. Violence and sexual offences fell by 26.3% compared to June, a decline that may align with the closure of schools and reduced foot traffic in certain areas. Wingate’s criminal damage and arson rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 249% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a stark contrast to its performance in violence, which is 9% below the UK average. This divergence suggests that while the area manages violent crime effectively, its infrastructure or event management practices may require review to address the high rate of property damage. For residents, the 10% increase in anti-social behaviour (from 8 to 10 incidents) highlights the need for community vigilance during peak tourist months.

Wingate’s July 2024 crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 24.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.8 per 1,000, a drop that underscores the area’s fluctuating crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the month saw approximately one crime reported per day, a figure that, while modest, translates to one reported crime for every 135 residents over the course of July. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing crime is relatively low compared to national benchmarks. However, Wingate’s population of 5,391 means that even small absolute changes can have localized significance. For example, the 12 incidents of criminal damage and arson in July—equivalent to 2.2 per 1,000 residents—contrast sharply with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, highlighting a unique vulnerability in this category. When compared to the previous month, the decline in violence and sexual offences (from 19 to 14) may reflect the impact of seasonal factors, such as reduced daytime activity in certain areas during July. Yet the absence of a UK daily crime comparison means that Wingate’s performance must be evaluated within its own context, focusing on how local initiatives or environmental factors might influence crime trends. The interplay between population density and seasonal events in Wingate suggests that crime patterns here are shaped by both geographic and temporal variables, requiring tailored approaches to maintain the area’s current trajectory.