Waltham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Waltham’s crime rate for October 2024 remains well below the UK average, with 3.2 incidents per 1,000 residents—a figure that is 60.5% lower than the national average of 8.1. This consistent underperformance relative to the UK highlights the area’s generally safer profile, though the mix of crime types reveals specific patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominate the monthly tally, accounting for 40.9% of all reported crimes, followed closely by criminal damage and arson (18.2%) and burglary (18.2%). These figures align with the seasonal context of October, a month marked by darker evenings and the Halloween period, which may influence both the timing and nature of incidents. The relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the UK average (51% below) suggests effective community engagement or environmental factors that mitigate such offences. However, the rise in burglary and criminal damage and arson raises questions about potential vulnerabilities, particularly in property-related crime. These increases may be linked to the area’s built-up character, where residential and commercial properties could be more susceptible to targeted acts. The low vehicle crime rate (57% below the UK average) contrasts with the higher burglary rate, indicating that local measures may be more successful in addressing vehicle-related offences than those involving property intrusion. The overall crime rate, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance in addressing the specific categories showing upward trends.

A notable decrease in violence and sexual offences saw a 40% drop from the previous month, with 9 incidents reported in October compared to 15 in September. This decline may reflect seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and the transition into the winter period, which could reduce opportunities for such crimes. Conversely, criminal damage and arson, burglary, and vehicle crime all saw 100% increases, rising from zero to four incidents in the case of burglary and from two to four in criminal damage and arson. These spikes, though modest in absolute terms, warrant attention, particularly as burglary in Waltham is 82% above the UK average. The area’s vehicle crime rate is 57% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in this category. For residents, the daily crime rate of one incident per day provides a clear, actionable metric for understanding local safety levels.

Waltham's crime rate for October 2024 stands at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 4.4% decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.4. This small but consistent reduction suggests a stabilising trend in local crime management. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, remains a reminder of the need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 309 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime in Waltham remains significantly lower than the national average. The population of 6,804 further contextualises these figures, showing that the rate is proportionally manageable within the community’s size. This contrast with the UK average underscores Waltham’s position as an area with a safer profile, though the 100% increases in specific crime categories suggest targeted efforts may be needed for certain types of offences.