Waltham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Waltham’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 71.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s generally low crime profile, though the data reveals specific trends warranting attention. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, with five incidents recorded. While this category remains significantly below the UK average (73% lower), the month-on-month drop of 44.4% may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced social gatherings during the darker evenings of November. Public order offences and burglary each contributed 13.3% to the total, with both categories seeing sharp declines from October. The absence of a major retail hub or student population may help explain the low levels of shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are typically driven by such demographics. However, the 100% increase in other theft cases, though modest in number, could be linked to the timing of Black Friday, when opportunistic thefts may rise. This seasonal context, combined with the area’s built-up nature and proximity to industrial zones, likely contributes to the crime profile observed. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly during periods of high foot traffic or when community events occur, as even minor increases in theft can indicate underlying vulnerabilities. The overall low crime rate suggests effective local policing, but the data also highlights the need for continued awareness of transient risks.

November 2024 saw a 100% rise in other theft cases, jumping from zero to two incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores a shift in crime dynamics during the month. While violent crime and sexual offences fell by 44.4%, the increase in theft may partly reflect the timing of Black Friday, when retail thefts often surge. Burglary and criminal damage and arson both dropped by 50%, likely influenced by the shorter daylight hours and reduced foot traffic typical of November. The area’s violent crime rate is 73% below the UK average, with 0.7 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000. This disparity highlights the effectiveness of local policing in mitigating violent incidents, though residents should remain cautious during late-night hours when public order offences, though low, can still occur. The data also shows public order offences at 0.3 per 1,000, 41% below the UK average, suggesting a generally stable community environment.

Waltham's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a 31.9% drop from the previous month’s 3.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced incidents across multiple categories, though the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately zero crimes reported over the 30-day period, reflecting a rare level of low activity for this built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 6,804, the monthly exposure means one reported crime occurred for every 454 residents. This figure, while low, highlights the importance of vigilance during periods of heightened activity such as Black Friday, when retail thefts may temporarily rise. The population context further underscores that Waltham’s crime profile is distinct from the UK’s, with violent crime rates 73% below the national average. These metrics suggest that while the area is generally safe, residents should remain aware of seasonal fluctuations that could influence local crime patterns.