Wittering Crime Rate

Introduction to Crime in Wittering BUA

The Built-Up Area (BUA) of Wittering reports an overall crime rate of 54.2 per 1,000 people per year, significantly lower than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. With an excellent safety score of 87 out of 100, Wittering is considered much safer than the national average of 78/100. Over the past year, crime in Wittering has seen an increase of 10.7% year-on-year. This introduction provides a concise overview of the local crime landscape before a more detailed analysis.

Crime Type Analysis in Wittering BUA

In Wittering BUA, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 35.5% of all reported crimes with 66 incidents, at a rate of 19.2 per 1,000 people. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, with 43 incidents (23.1% of the total), equating to 12.5 per 1,000 residents. Burglary ranks as the third most frequent offence, with 16 cases, representing 8.6% of total crime and a rate of 4.7 per 1,000.

The property-related crime rate in Wittering BUA, encompassing burglary, robbery, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, stands at 18.0 per 1,000 people. This is substantially lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. Specific figures include burglary at 4.7 per 1,000, other theft at 4.4 per 1,000, vehicle crime at 4.1 per 1,000, and criminal damage and arson at 3.8 per 1,000. Very low instances of shoplifting, robbery, and theft from the person were also reported. Despite the low overall property crime rate, residents are encouraged to maintain vigilance and implement security measures.

Crime Trends in Wittering BUA

Wittering BUA has experienced an increasing crime trend over the last year, with a year-over-year rise of 10.7%. Monthly data provides a clearer picture of these fluctuations. The crime rate per 1,000 residents began at 6.4 in October 2024, dropped to a low of 2.6 in December 2024, before rising significantly to 6.4 in May 2025 and peaking at 7.0 in September 2025. This upward trajectory, particularly in certain months, suggests a need for residents to be aware of changing local patterns. While the overall crime rate remains low, understanding these increasing trends can help inform personal safety and property protection strategies.

Understanding Time-Based Crime Patterns in Wittering BUA

Crime patterns in Wittering BUA show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are characterised by higher rates of theft (30%), vehicle crime (20%), and burglary (25%). This suggests opportunistic crimes targeting properties or vehicles during the start of the day. In the afternoon (12pm-6pm), burglary surges to 41%, with theft at 31%, likely due to homes being left unattended. Evening hours (6pm-12am) see 'Other' crimes become most prominent at 35%, alongside burglary at 34% and vehicle crime at 18%. During the night (12am-6am), vehicle crime reaches its highest at 39%, with burglary at 36%, indicating a focus on properties and vehicles under the cover of darkness. These insights help residents understand when specific crime types are more prevalent.

Crime in Nearby Areas to Wittering BUA

Comparing Wittering BUA to its neighbouring settlements provides valuable regional context. With an overall crime rate of 54.2 per 1,000, Wittering is considerably safer than the larger Peterborough Built-Up Area and also generally safer than nearby villages like Easton on the Hill, Wothorpe, and Barnack. Its low crime figures are often indicative of its smaller, more rural or semi-rural character. Wansford is another area that provides a point of comparison. This regional perspective helps residents understand Wittering BUA's position as a relatively safe community within the wider local authority, highlighting its unique safety profile compared to its diverse neighbours.

Property Protection in Wittering BUA

Given Wittering BUA's very low property crime rate of 18.0 per 1,000 people, which is well below the UK average, residents benefit from a relatively secure environment. However, maintaining vigilance and effective security measures remains important. Traditional security cameras often serve as reactive recording devices, capturing footage after a crime has occurred rather than preventing it. For those who seek to proactively deter and prevent crime, advanced AI-powered solutions like scOS offer a compelling alternative.

scOS employs multi-camera intelligence to detect potential threats at the property boundary, learning daily routines to filter out false alarms and identify genuine intruders. It can also perform DVLA vehicle verification, instantly flagging suspicious vehicles. The core principle is prevention: most burglars decide within 60 seconds whether a property is too much effort. A visible, professional-grade system with autonomous responses, such as activating lights and engaging speakers, can disrupt an intruder's plan and make them move on. Choosing security that actively intervenes rather than merely records provides enhanced peace of mind for homeowners in Wittering BUA.