Great Wakering Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Great Wakering’s crime rate stood at 4.6 per 1,000, 43.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 43.3% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (13.3%), and vehicle crime (13.3%). This pattern aligns with the area’s built-up nature and proximity to coastal or tourist-centric regions, where seasonal factors may influence crime trends. The summer months typically bring increased foot traffic and activity, potentially contributing to higher incidents of public disorder and vehicle-related offences. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident, with anti-social behaviour and other theft categories significantly below UK averages. The 4.6 per 1,000 rate is consistent with a low-crime built-up area, though the rise in vehicle crime and criminal damage suggests localized challenges. These trends may be exacerbated by the start of the tourism season, with visitors contributing to both increased economic activity and potential security risks. The relatively low rate of drug-related crimes (0.2 per 1,000) and possession of weapons (0.2 per 1,000) further underscores the area’s stability, though the 150% increase in weapons possession compared to the UK average (0.1 per 1,000) requires closer monitoring. As the summer progresses, the interplay between tourism, local demographics, and seasonal rhythms will likely shape crime patterns, necessitating adaptive policing strategies and community engagement.

June 2025 marked sharp spikes in criminal damage and arson (+300%), vehicle crime (+100%), and possession of weapons (+100%), reflecting a significant shift in crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (43.3% of all crimes), fell by 31.6% from May, possibly due to reduced incidents during the early summer. Vehicle crime, now at 0.6 per 1,000, is 62% above the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), a figure that may correlate with increased car ownership or mobility during warmer weather. Conversely, anti-social behaviour remains 58% below the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), suggesting a relatively stable community environment despite the spikes in other categories. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted local responses to address rising vehicle-related offences and vandalism.

Great Wakering’s crime rate in June 2025 rose by 15.3% compared to May’s 4.0 per 1,000, reaching 4.6 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns as the area transitions into summer. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day, a figure that may be influenced by seasonal activity levels. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for every 218 residents, a ratio that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak tourist periods. The population of 6,529 means that most residents remain unaffected, but the rise in vehicle crime and criminal damage suggests localized pressures. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-218) contextualizes the risk as manageable. increase from May warrants attention to emerging trends in specific crime types.