Washingborough and Heighington Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Washingborough and Heighington’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 78.8% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast reflects the area’s consistently low levels of criminal activity, which have remained well below national benchmarks for years. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 69.2% of the total 13 reported incidents, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents—55% below the UK average. This category’s dominance suggests a focus on interpersonal crime rather than property-related offences, which were minimal but showed significant month-on-month increases in burglary and vandalism. The area’s low crime profile is likely shaped by its built-up nature, with a mix of residential and commercial zones that foster community cohesion and reduce opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors also play a role: the start of summer, with longer evenings and increased social activity, may contribute to the slight rise in violent incidents, though these remain rare compared to the UK average. Property crime, including burglary and vehicle crime, remained exceptionally low, with rates 69–79% below national averages, pointing to effective local measures such as community policing or well-maintained infrastructure that deters criminal activity. These trends align with the characteristics of a small, densely populated area where social ties and local oversight may act as natural deterrents to crime.

June 2023 revealed notable shifts in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences rising by 80% compared to May, from 5 to 9 incidents. This increase, though still low in absolute terms, suggests a temporary uptick in violent incidents, possibly linked to the start of summer and extended daylight hours. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, burglary, and vehicle crime each saw 100% month-on-month increases, moving from zero to one incident in each category. These spikes, though small, highlight vulnerabilities in specific areas—such as unoccupied properties or public spaces prone to vandalism. The area’s performance in key categories stands out: violence and sexual offences occurred at 1.3 per 1,000 residents, 55% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson were 84% below the national rate. For residents, the data underscores that while violent crime has risen, the overall safety profile remains far better than the UK average, with property-related offences at particularly low levels. The increase in burglary, though minor, may reflect heightened activity in areas with seasonal changes in occupancy, such as holiday homes or vacant properties during the summer months.

Washingborough and Heighington’s crime rate in June 2023 rose slightly from 1.7 to 1.8 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.9% increase compared to May. While this upward shift is modest, it underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile—over the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 545 residents, a figure that contextualises the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day, a local metric that highlights the area’s stability. When scaled to the population of 7,081, the monthly exposure remains exceptionally low, with each resident facing a 1-in-545 chance of being involved in a reported crime. This contrast with the UK average, where the equivalent figure is significantly higher, reinforces the area’s relative safety. The minimal daily activity also suggests that most incidents, when they occur, are isolated and not part of a broader pattern. Such low-frequency data aligns with the characteristics of a small, tightly knit community where local policing and community engagement may contribute to maintaining order. The area’s built-up nature, with limited open spaces and a focus on residential and commercial zones, likely reduces opportunities for crime compared to more sprawling or rural settings.