Waltham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Waltham's crime rate in June 2023 was 1.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 78.8% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. The area's crime profile remains dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 50.0% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (25.0%). This distribution reflects a pattern where property-related crimes are less prevalent than in many other regions, with burglary and other theft making up only 16.7% of reported incidents. Seasonal factors may have influenced these trends, as June marks the start of the summer period, when tourism and outdoor activity typically increase in coastal and rural areas. However, Waltham's low crime rate suggests that local characteristics—such as a compact built-up area with limited commercial density—may contribute to its relatively safe environment. The category of violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common, is 69% below the UK average, indicating a broader systemic difference in crime patterns. Criminal damage and arson, which rose sharply by 200% compared to the previous month, may be linked to specific local events or seasonal pressures. The overall crime picture illustrates a community where violent incidents are significantly lower than national norms, but certain categories require closer attention to understand underlying factors. These figures, combined with the area's low population density and urban structure, illustrate a region where crime prevention efforts may be more effective than in other parts of the country.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge contrasts with a 33.3% decrease in violent crimes, which fell from 9 to 6, marking the largest month-on-month swing in the area. The category of violence and sexual offences remains the most common, accounting for 50.0% of all crimes, though it is 69% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. Public order offences also saw a 100% increase, rising from 0 to 1, while burglary dropped sharply by 83.3% from 6 to 1. These shifts suggest a notable reallocation of criminal activity, with property-related crimes declining overall. For residents, the 200% rise in criminal damage and arson is a key data point, highlighting a specific area of concern that may warrant further local analysis. The overall crime mix remains heavily skewed towards violent offences, which is 78.8% below the UK average, indicating a unique local profile compared to national trends.

Waltham's crime rate in June 2023 dropped by 45.5% compared to the previous month, falling from 3.2 to 1.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area significantly below the UK average, which stood at 8.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the month, reflecting an exceptionally low level of activity. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 567 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively safe environment in Waltham. When scaled to the local population of 6,804, this translates to a monthly exposure rate that is far below national benchmarks. The drop in violent crimes, which fell by 33.3% from 9 to 6, contrasts with the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, suggesting shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. These figures, while low, warrant attention to specific factors that may have influenced these changes, such as seasonal activity or community initiatives.