Guildford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Guildford, the per-capita risk of crime in June 2024 translates to one reported incident for every 140 residents over the course of the month, a figure that places the town's safety profile in stark contrast to the UK average. With a crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents—12.2% below the national benchmark—the area's overall risk remains consistently lower than the UK average, though this is not evenly distributed across crime types. Violence and sexual offences account for 35.8% of all incidents, a rate (2.6 per 1,000) that is 6% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the town's relatively stable social fabric. Anti-social behaviour, at 15.5% of all crimes, is 21% below the UK average, a disparity that may be attributed to local community initiatives or the absence of large-scale transient populations. Shoplifting, however, is 13% above the UK average, a trend that likely correlates with Guildford's retail presence and the influx of visitors during the summer months. The seasonal context of June—the start of summer—may contribute to shifts in criminal activity, with increased foot traffic in shopping areas explaining the rise in shoplifting. While violent crime remains a significant concern, the town's overall crime profile suggests a balance between proactive policing and the geographic characteristics of a mid-sized urban centre.

June 2024 saw a 50% rise in theft from the person, with incidents jumping from four to six. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, signals a shift in criminal activity that may align with the start of summer tourism. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 42.9%, suggesting a possible reduction in violent incidents linked to seasonal factors. The town's shoplifting rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 13% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could reflect the presence of retail hubs in Guildford. Public order offences dropped by 29.5%, indicating a correlation between the summer season and reduced disorderly conduct in outdoor spaces. These fluctuations underscore the importance of situational awareness, particularly in high-traffic areas during peak tourist hours.

Guildford's crime rate in June 2024 (7.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 5.5% decline from May's 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a slight trend towards lower overall risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 140 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that transcends raw numbers. Daily, the area experienced approximately 36 crimes, a localised metric that allows residents to grasp the frequency of incidents within their immediate environment. This rate is lower than the UK average, though the disparity is most pronounced in categories like vehicle crime (33% below the UK average) and burglary (33% below), which may partly explain the overall reduction. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while individual risks remain, the town's crime profile is consistently less severe than the national benchmark, particularly in property-related offences.