Waddington (North Kesteven) Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Waddington’s crime profile in July 2024, contributing 44% of all reported crimes. At 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate was 57.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights Waddington’s relative safety compared to the national picture, though the local focus on violent crime suggests specific dynamics at play. The breakdown shows that 11 violent incidents occurred, including assault, sexual offences, and harassment, which may partly explain the higher share of violent crime compared to property crimes (5 cases). Seasonal factors likely influenced this pattern, with summer festivals, school holidays, and increased outdoor activity potentially creating conditions where interpersonal conflicts are more visible. However, the area’s low overall crime rate suggests a stable community with strong social cohesion, though the concentration of violent crime may reflect unmet needs in areas like domestic support or youth engagement. Anti-social behaviour (28% of total crimes) and other theft (12%) followed, but both categories remained significantly below UK averages. The absence of major property crimes like burglary (only 1 case) and the low rate of public order offences (1 case) further reinforce the area’s safety profile. July’s peak summer season, with its mix of local events and visitor activity, may have contributed to the focus on violent crime, though the exact drivers remain unclear without further data. The combination of low overall rates and concentrated violent incidents underscores the need for targeted community initiatives to address underlying causes while maintaining the area’s overall safety.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in Waddington’s crime profile. Burglary, drugs, and other theft each rose by 100%, 100%, and 50% respectively compared to June, while public order offences fell by 66.7%. These changes highlight a mixed picture: property crimes are increasing, but disorderly conduct is declining. The surge in burglary and drugs-related offences—both previously unreported in June—suggests potential new challenges, though the absolute numbers remain low (1 case each). Violent crime, however, remained a focal point, with 11 incidents (44% of total crimes) occurring at a rate 44% below the UK average for this category. This contrast with the UK’s higher violent crime rates may reflect local factors such as community policing effectiveness or the area’s demographic profile. For residents, the 66.7% drop in public order offences is a tangible improvement, possibly linked to the summer season’s structured events reducing spontaneous disturbances. The rise in other theft (from 2 to 3 cases) is modest but worth noting, as it could indicate increased retail activity or summer-related opportunities. Meanwhile, the absence of criminal damage and arson (only 1 case) aligns with the area’s overall low crime trajectory, despite the season’s potential for outdoor incidents. These shifts underscore the need to monitor emerging trends while capitalising on areas of progress.

Waddington’s crime rate in July 2024 (3.6 per 1,000 residents) marked a 3.8% decrease from June’s 3.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend of decline. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the low volume of incidents relative to the population. Monthly exposure data shows that over the course of July, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 281 residents—a ratio significantly lower than many comparable areas. This statistic, while localised, provides a clear snapshot of the area’s safety: residents are far less likely to encounter crime than the UK average, which stands at 8.4 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that Waddington’s crime prevention efforts, whether through policing, community engagement, or environmental design, are likely effective. For instance, the absence of major property crimes like burglary and the low rate of public order offences suggest that the built-up area’s characteristics—possibly its size, layout, or demographics—contribute to a safer environment. However, the increase in burglary and drugs-related offences raises questions about whether these are isolated incidents or part of a broader trend. The comparison to the previous month and the UK average reinforces the area’s position as a relatively low-crime locale, though vigilance is needed to address the small but notable rises in certain categories.