Addlestone Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Addlestone during August 2023 reveals a combination of property-related and violent crimes, shaped by the area’s urban character and seasonal rhythms. With a crime rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents—3.7% above the UK average—the area recorded 111 total crimes, of which 47 were property crimes and 22 were violent. Violence and sexual offences, though the largest single category (19.8% of all crimes), were 36% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect local policing efforts or demographic factors. Anti-social behaviour (16.2%) and public order offences (13.5%) were also prominent, with the latter category 83% above the UK average. This discrepancy likely stems from August’s role as a peak holiday month, when increased foot traffic and transient populations may contribute to disturbances. Meanwhile, property crimes such as vehicle theft and shoplifting saw sharp month-on-month increases, linked to summer tourism or the timing of local events. The balance of crime types—skewed towards public order and property offences rather than violent crime—suggests a community where community policing and environmental design may play a larger role in crime prevention than in areas with higher rates of violent crime.

August 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime and shoplifting both surged by 150% compared to the previous month, rising from four to ten incidents each. This sharp increase may reflect heightened activity during the peak holiday season. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 43.6%, a stark contrast to the previous month’s higher figures. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 35.7%, possibly linked to reduced public gatherings as the summer drew to a close. Public order offences—such as disorderly conduct and noise complaints—were 83% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by local factors like community events or transient populations. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns in Addlestone, where seasonal and situational factors can rapidly alter the landscape.

Addlestone’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 8.4 per 1,000 residents, a 15.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in other months. above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly four crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local context of a built-up area within Runnymede. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 119 residents, a statistic that contextualises the risk in terms of population exposure. With a population of 13,211, this translates to a manageable but noticeable level of crime relative to the size of the community. The reduction from July may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as the winding down of summer events, though the persistence of certain crime types—like public order offences—suggests ongoing challenges tied to local dynamics.