Great Wakering Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Great Wakering during April 2024 reveals a distinct pattern dominated by violent and sexual offences, which account for 53.6% of all reported crimes. This category, at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, is 10% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicating a lower incidence of violence compared to national benchmarks. Other theft, however, stands out as a significant concern, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000 — 43% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This divergence may reflect local factors such as the built-up area's mix of residential and commercial zones, which could contribute to opportunities for property-related crimes. Public order offences, at 0.5 per 1,000, are 6% below the UK average, aligning with the area's likely lower density of nightlife or public gathering spaces. Seasonal context suggests that the Easter period and spring weather may have influenced activity levels, with increased outdoor engagement impacting both violent and property crime dynamics. The overall crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 remains 44.2% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's position as relatively safer compared to national trends. This balance of crime types — with violence and theft as primary concerns — illustrates a community where interpersonal conflicts and property-related issues are the most pressing challenges, though the absence of higher rates in other categories suggests effective local policing or community engagement strategies.

The month-on-month analysis reveals stark shifts in specific crime categories. Other theft cases surged by 150%, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, while vehicle crime doubled from 1 to 2. Public order offences also increased by 50%, highlighting potential seasonal influences linked to Easter activities and springtime outdoor engagement. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 66.7%, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 50%, possibly reflecting a seasonal lull in disruptive activities. Violence and sexual offences, which constitute 53.6% of all crimes, remain 10% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicating a lower prevalence of violent crime compared to national trends. Other theft, however, is 43% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting a localised factor driving this category. Residents may find the 150% increase in other theft particularly pertinent, as it underscores a need for heightened vigilance in personal property management.

April 2024 saw a 3.6% increase in the area's crime rate, rising from 4.1 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. This places Great Wakering 44.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a gap that has remained consistent over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime every 30 days, translating to a local frequency of one crime per resident every 233 days over the course of the month. This low daily incidence contrasts with the UK's higher overall rate, though direct comparisons are not available for daily figures. The population-scaled perspective reveals that 6529 residents collectively faced a crime rate that is both significantly lower than national averages and relatively stable compared to the prior month, suggesting a consistent level of security in the built-up area despite minor fluctuations.