Weybridge Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Weybridge’s December 2023 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents placed it 31.9% below the UK average of 7.2, underscoring the area’s consistently lower-than-national crime profile. The breakdown of reported crimes revealed a near-even split between property (31 incidents) and violent (27 incidents) offences, with the former slightly edging out the latter. This balance suggests a combination of local factors, including the area’s commuter-town character and proximity to London, which may contribute to both property crime vulnerabilities and reduced violent crime prevalence. Seasonal context played a role in shaping December’s crime picture, as Christmas shopping peaks and extended evenings could have influenced retail-related thefts and public order incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.8% of all crimes, a proportion significantly lower than the UK average of 35%, while public order offences (12.5%) and vehicle crime (12.5%) exceeded national rates. The data also highlights sharp disparities in specific categories — anti-social behaviour was 57% below the UK average, whereas possession of weapons was 67% above. These anomalies may reflect targeted policing efforts or unique community dynamics, such as the area’s proximity to transport hubs and recreational spaces. The overall crime rate’s stability, despite month-on-month fluctuations in specific categories, indicates a resilient local crime management system, though the surge in other theft and theft from the person deserves closer attention as the year progresses.

December 2023 saw a dramatic 150% increase in other theft, rising from 4 to 10 incidents. This surge, though not directly tied to seasonal factors, contrasts with a 71.4% decline in criminal damage and arson, which fell from 7 to 2 cases. The balance between property and violent crime remained tightly contested, with property crimes (31) narrowly outpacing violent crimes (27). Violence and sexual offences in Weybridge were 35% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 33% above UK rates for vehicle crime and public order offences. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person — from 1 to 2 incidents — particularly relevant, as it highlights vulnerabilities in personal security during the festive season. The data also reveals a 67% gap between local and national rates for possession of weapons, suggesting either heightened enforcement or unique local conditions.

Weybridge’s December 2023 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.1% decrease from the previous month’s 5.4, reflecting a continued trend of stability in local crime dynamics. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of December, where extended evenings and holiday-related absences may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not compare directly to UK-wide daily averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 205 residents, illustrating a relatively low monthly exposure compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when contextualised against Weybridge’s population of 16,373, suggests that the area’s crime profile remains significantly lower than the UK average, which stands at 7.2 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the notion that Weybridge’s safety metrics are consistently below national levels, though local factors such as community engagement and infrastructure may play a role in maintaining this disparity.