Walton-on-Thames Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Walton-on-Thames recorded a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 in June 2023, placing it 16.5% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national trends, though the monthly rate showed a 6.9% increase from May. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.5%) and public order offences (9.0%). These figures suggest a crime profile shaped by both local demographics and seasonal patterns. June, as the start of summer, typically brings longer daylight hours and increased foot traffic, which may contribute to the prevalence of violence and anti-social behaviour in public spaces. However, the lower-than-average rates for these categories—violence at 18% below UK norms and anti-social behaviour at 19% below—indicate that local factors, such as community initiatives or effective policing, may be mitigating risks. The area’s crime picture also shows a notable seasonal context: with tourism beginning in nearby coastal areas, Walton-on-Thames’ proximity to such regions may influence crime trends. The balance between property and violent crime was relatively even, with property crimes accounting for 34% (68 of 200) and violent crimes for 33.5%. This suggests that the area faces challenges in both sectors, though the overall rate remains below the national average.

June 2023 saw notable decreases in burglary and theft from the person, with burglary falling by 42.9% (7 to 4) and theft from the person dropping by 50% (2 to 1). These reductions may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased community vigilance during longer daylight hours. Conversely, drug-related offences surged by 166.7% (3 to 8), and possession of weapons rose by 200% (1 to 3), marking sharp increases that contrast with the overall downward trend in the area. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 33.5% of all crimes, but this rate was 18% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also fell significantly below national averages, with anti-social behaviour at 19% below and public order at 10% below. These disparities suggest that Walton-on-Thames may have unique local characteristics—such as strong community policing or lower nightlife activity—that contribute to its lower rates in these categories.

Walton-on-Thames recorded a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 in June 2023, a 6.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.7 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 7 crimes per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 140 residents over the course of June—a monthly aggregate that highlights the relative safety of the area compared to national benchmarks. While the overall rate remains 16.5% below the UK average, the rise from May to June indicates a need for continued monitoring. The population context further underscores that crime is not evenly distributed, with certain categories—like drugs and possession of weapons—showing stark deviations from UK norms. These shifts may reflect local factors such as seasonal activity or changes in community engagement, though the data alone does not confirm causation.