Addlestone Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Addlestone's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 19.3% above the UK average of 8.3. This discrepancy highlights a combination of local factors and national trends. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (29.8% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and public order offences (15.3%). These figures align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased outdoor activity. The high rate of anti-social behaviour and public order offences may reflect the impact of large gatherings and extended evening hours typical of the summer season. Violent crimes in Addlestone (3.0 per 1,000) were 8% above the UK average, a figure that could be influenced by the area's proximity to transport links and its role as a commuter hub. Conversely, vehicle crime and burglary were both below UK averages, with vehicle crime at 0.3 per 1,000 (38% below the UK average) and burglary at 0.3 per 1,000 (9% below). This suggests that while certain crime types are being managed effectively, others require closer attention. The seasonal context of July, with its long evenings and festivals, likely contributes to the elevated levels of public order and anti-social behaviour, though the exact causal links remain speculative. As a built-up area within Runnymede, Addlestone's crime profile reflects a blend of urban and suburban characteristics, with its relatively high rates of violence and disorder contrasting with lower property-related crimes.

July 2023 saw dramatic shifts in Addlestone's crime profile, with public order offences leaping by 185.7% to 20 incidents, the most significant increase of any category. This surge, from 7 to 20, may be linked to the summer festival season and increased outdoor activity. Burglary also doubled, rising from 2 to 4, a 100% increase that contrasts with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell sharply by 55.6%, from 9 to 4, aligning with the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The violent crime category, at 3.0 per 1,000, remained 8% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (2.1 per 1,000) was 48% higher than the national figure. These disparities suggest that local factors, such as the area's proximity to major transport hubs and seasonal events, may be influencing patterns. A resident might find the 50% drop in shoplifting (from 7 to 4) reassuring, though it remains 50% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000.

Addlestone's crime rate in July 2023 rose to 9.9 per 1,000 residents, an 8.3% increase from the previous month's 9.2. This places the area 19.3% above the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 101 residents over the course of the month, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 13,211. Daily crime statistics show an average of four crimes reported each day in July, a consistent rhythm that may reflect the area's summer activity patterns. While some categories like vehicle crime and burglary fell below UK averages, others such as anti-social behaviour and drugs offences saw significant spikes, complicating the overall picture. This suggests that while certain crime types are being managed effectively, others require targeted attention. The population context underscores that even modest increases in crime rates can have a measurable impact on the community's sense of safety.