Wingerworth Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 presented a notable anomaly in Wingerworth's crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 300% compared to March. This unexpected spike, despite the town's overall crime rate remaining exceptionally low at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, underscores the unpredictable nature of local crime patterns. The data reveals a stark contrast between Wingerworth and the UK average, with the area's crime rate 64.9% below the national figure. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 50% of all reported crimes, saw a modest 9.1% decline from the previous month, yet still remain 45% below the UK average. This persistent gap highlights Wingerworth's relative safety, even as seasonal factors like Easter and spring weather influence activity levels. The town's crime mix also shows a clear emphasis on property-related incidents, with criminal damage and arson (20% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (20%) outpacing violent crime. This distribution may reflect the area's character as a small built-up community with limited commercial density, where property-focused crimes are more likely to occur than those involving personal interaction. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and milder weather—could have contributed to increased outdoor activity, influencing crime patterns. While the overall rate remains stable, the dramatic increase in criminal damage and arson raises questions about local conditions that warrant further observation.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, with incidents rising from one to four. This sharp uptick, though still low in absolute terms, highlights a potential shift in local dynamics. Meanwhile, vehicle crime also surged by 100%, jumping from zero to two reported incidents. This could reflect seasonal factors, such as increased vehicle usage during Easter and spring holidays. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 9.1%, falling from 11 to 10. This decline aligns with Wingerworth's overall position 45% below the UK average for this category. The town's violent crime rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents is lower than the UK's 2.6 per 1,000, illustrating a stark contrast in safety profiles. For residents, the low rate of violent crime—particularly when compared to national figures—offers a tangible reassurance about the area's safety.

Wingerworth's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.9% decline from the previous month's rate of 2.8. This slight decrease suggests a continued trend of stability in the area's crime profile. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 7,423 residents. When considering the monthly exposure, over the course of April, one crime was reported for roughly every 371 residents. This statistic places Wingerworth well within the lower end of the UK's crime spectrum, with its overall rate 64.9% below the national average. The low frequency of crime, combined with the population size, indicates that the majority of residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. This context is particularly meaningful for local families, who can feel reassured by the data's implication that the risk of personal involvement in crime remains minimal.