Waltham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Waltham’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 57.3% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly higher than the previous month’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000, remains a marked departure from national trends. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.7% of all reported incidents — a category that continues to show resilience, remaining 46% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 12.5% of total crimes.4 per 1,000 is 71% below the national average. Burglary, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 33% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, highlighting a localised anomaly. The month-on-month fluctuations align with seasonal patterns: June, as the start of summer, may have spurred increased social activity, potentially contributing to the rise in anti-social behaviour. However, the overall stability in violent crime and the absence of major spikes in property crime suggest that local initiatives or community structures may be effective in managing risk. The low crime rate, combined with the relatively modest increase in anti-social behaviour, indicates that Waltham continues to maintain a safer profile compared to the UK as a whole, despite the month-on-month shift.

June 2024 saw stark changes in Waltham’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour and burglary both doubling from the previous month. Anti-social behaviour, which had previously accounted for just 12.5% of total crimes, jumped to three incidents — a 200% increase — marking the most dramatic shift. This surge may reflect seasonal factors, such as extended daylight hours or increased social activity as summer begins. Burglary also rose sharply, from one to three cases, though this remains below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 9.1%, dropping from 11 to 10 incidents. This category, which constitutes 41.7% of total crimes, remains 46% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Other theft and shoplifting saw smaller but notable increases, though both remain well below national averages. These shifts underscore a mixed picture: while some categories are rising, others are stabilising or even declining, suggesting a combination of local and seasonal influences.

Waltham’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 20.1% compared to the previous month, climbing from 2.9 to 3.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 284 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, Waltham’s rate remains significantly lower, suggesting a broader pattern of safety that persists despite the month-on-month rise. This contrast highlights the area’s distinct position within national crime statistics, where local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may play a role in maintaining lower rates. The population of 6,804 further scales these numbers, ensuring that the monthly exposure remains a manageable statistic for residents.