Addlestone Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Addlestone’s February 2024 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents places it 4.2% below the UK average, reflecting a combination of seasonal factors and localized dynamics. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (28 cases, 31.1% of total incidents), anti-social behaviour (13 cases, 14.4%), and shoplifting (9 cases, 10.0%). These figures suggest that the built-up area within Runnymede experiences a mix of personal safety concerns and property-related incidents, shaped by its role as a commuter hub and its proximity to retail and leisure facilities. The winter month of February typically sees reduced outdoor activity, which may contribute to the 36.4% month-on-month decline in violence and sexual offences, though this category remains 16% below the UK average. Conversely, shoplifting rates are 30% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be linked to the area’s retail density and the transient nature of some customer demographics. Anti-social behaviour, while down 5% compared to the UK average, remains a persistent issue, often concentrated in high-traffic zones. The seasonal context of February—as a pre-spring lull—may also explain the overall decline in violent crime, though the spike in burglary and public order offences indicates that localized pressures persist. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions in retail corridors and public spaces, where shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are most prevalent.

February 2024 saw a sharp 150% increase in burglary incidents, rising from 2 to 5 cases. This spike, though still below the UK average for burglary by 33%, raises concerns for residents, particularly given the area’s proximity to residential zones with limited surveillance. Concurrently, public order offences surged by 60%, reaching 8 incidents—a 22% increase above the UK average. This uptick may be linked to the early evening hours, when local amenities remain open despite the winter lull. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates in Addlestone reached 0.7 per 1,000 residents, 30% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly suggests that retail outlets in the area, particularly those serving both local and transient populations, may be experiencing heightened vulnerability. Violence and sexual offences fell by 36.4% compared to January, a decline consistent with the pre-spring lull in activity, though the rate remains 16% below the UK average. Residents are advised to remain vigilant in areas with high foot traffic, where shoplifting and public order incidents are concentrated.

Addlestone's crime rate in February 2024 fell to 6.8 per 1,000 residents, an 18.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.4 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, with a crime rate 4.2% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day in February, a figure that reflects the seasonal lull typical of early winter. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 147 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 13,211 people. This monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a manageable risk profile, though the recent spikes in specific categories warrant closer attention. The population context further underscores that Addlestone’s crime dynamics are shaped by its unique characteristics, including its proximity to major transport hubs and local retail corridors, which may influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting.