Wingerworth Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Wingerworth's crime rate for January 2026 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 52.9% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This significant disparity reflects the area's unique characteristics as a built-up locality within a rural setting, where lower population density and limited urban infrastructure may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.8% of all incidents, followed by burglary (25%) and other theft (8.3%). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall—likely influences the distribution of crimes, with fewer outdoor activities potentially limiting opportunities for theft and public order offences. However, the sharp increase in burglary cases suggests vulnerabilities in property security that may be exacerbated by colder weather driving intruders to target homes. While the area's overall safety profile remains strong compared to national averages, the 186% above UK average for burglary highlights a specific concern requiring targeted mitigation strategies. The low rates of drugs-related offences and public order incidents, which are 64% and 76% below the UK average respectively, may indicate effective community policing or lower exposure to associated risk factors in this built-up area.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 500% increase in burglary cases, rising from one incident to six. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson, signals heightened risks in specific areas of Wingerworth. While violent crime decreased by 15.4% from 13 to 11 cases, the drop in other theft (50%) and drugs-related offences (50%) suggests seasonal shifts in criminal activity. The burglary rate in Wingerworth is 186% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 40% reduction in violent crime compared to national figures. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where burglaries have increased, as these incidents may reflect targeted opportunities during colder months. The absence of significant changes in public order offences, despite a 76% UK average deficit, underscores the need for community awareness around property security and local reporting mechanisms.

Wingerworth's crime rate remained stable in January 2026, matching the previous month's figure of 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 309 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is relatively low, the breakdown of crime types shows significant variation compared to UK averages. For instance, burglary rates in Wingerworth are 186% above the UK average, indicating a specific vulnerability that deserves closer attention. However, the area's overall safety profile remains markedly better than the UK average, with violent crime rates 40% below the national benchmark. This contrast highlights the importance of localized context in understanding crime patterns, as Wingerworth's built-up character within a rural landscape may influence both the types and frequency of incidents reported.