Walton-on-Thames Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Walton-on-Thames recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of approximately 5 crimes per day, or one reported crime for every 174 residents over the course of the month. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (32.3% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.0%) and public order offences (10.6%). These patterns are consistent with the characteristics of a built-up area within a commuter belt, where public spaces and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data, with August’s peak holiday season potentially reducing opportunities for burglary due to fewer empty homes, though this is offset by increased bicycle theft, which may reflect summer cycling activity. The violent crime rate, while a significant share of total offences, remains 29% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing efforts or the area’s demographic profile—play a role in moderating risk. The overall crime rate’s continued decline from the previous month’s 6.2 per 1,000 highlights a possible long-term trend of decreasing criminal activity, though this must be viewed in the context of August’s unique seasonal dynamics, including the potential for reduced tourism and changes in local routines during the summer holidays.

August 2024 saw notable shifts in Walton-on-Thames’ crime profile. Possession of weapons increased by 100%, rising from one to two incidents, a spike that may reflect heightened local tensions or targeted enforcement. Bicycle theft also surged by 75%, climbing from four to seven cases, potentially linked to summer cycling activity or unsecured bikes in public spaces. Conversely, burglary dropped by 80%, from five to one incident, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour fell by 23.7%, from 38 to 29 cases, a trend consistent with the area’s broader decline in property-related offences. The area’s violent crime rate remained 29% below the UK average, despite a 32.3% share of total crimes, suggesting that while violence is a concern, its frequency is lower than national norms. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the impact of seasonal factors, such as reduced tourism in August, on specific offence types.

Walton-on-Thames’ crime rate in August 2024 dropped to 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 7.4% decrease from the previous month’s 6.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a sustained trend in lower-than-average crime levels, particularly in categories like burglary and anti-social behaviour, which fell by 80% and 23.7% respectively. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly five crimes per day, a figure that, while locally specific, provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 174 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. This rate is lower than the UK average, with the area’s overall crime rate 30.5% below the national figure. The combination of reduced property crime and stable violent crime rates may reflect seasonal factors, such as fewer tourists in August compared to peak summer months, or local initiatives that have had a cumulative effect on crime prevention.