Addlestone Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Addlestone's crime rate stood at 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.3% below the UK average of 7.6. This rate reflects a balance between property and violent crimes, with property crimes accounting for 35 incidents (35.4%) and violent crimes for 28 (28.3%). The dominance of violence and sexual offences as the most common category—28 cases—contrasts with the UK average, where this category is 19% higher. This divergence may indicate local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, that mitigate certain risks. Seasonal context plays a role, with November's dark evenings and Black Friday shopping likely influencing retail-related crimes. However, shoplifting rates fell by 66.7% compared to October, possibly due to increased security measures or reduced foot traffic. Other theft, meanwhile, surged by 100%, reaching 16 cases—118% above the UK average—which could be tied to the post-Christmas shopping period or other local economic pressures. The relatively low burglary rate (2 cases) and the significant drop in public order offences (from 16 to 5) suggest that community-focused initiatives or environmental factors may be contributing to a more stable crime picture. While the overall rate remains slightly below the UK average, the spikes in 'other crime' and possession of weapons signal areas requiring closer attention. These trends highlight the combination of national crime profiles and local dynamics, where seasonal rhythms, economic conditions, and community-specific factors shape the monthly crime profile.

November 2024 witnessed a sharp rise in 'other crime'—a category encompassing unclassified incidents—jumping 700% from one to eight cases. This surge, coupled with a 300% increase in possession of weapons, suggests evolving criminal activity that may reflect unmet needs or new risks in the area. Meanwhile, violent crimes fell by 34.9% compared to October, with violence and sexual offences dropping from 43 to 28 cases. This decline is consistent with the UK average for this category, which is 19% below the national rate. Other theft also rose by 100%, reaching 16 cases—118% above the UK average—potentially linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Residents may find the 7.5 per 1,000 crime rate, slightly below the UK average, a reassuring figure amid these specific spikes in certain categories.

Addlestone's crime rate in November 2024 dropped by 11.7% compared to the previous month, falling from 8.5 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift into darker evenings, which may reduce opportunities for outdoor crimes. Locally, the average resident faced a 1-in-133 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of risk relative to the population. Daily crime counts averaged three incidents per day, a consistent rhythm that reflects the area's routine patterns rather than sudden spikes. While the overall rate remains slightly below the UK average, the significant rise in 'other crime' and possession of weapons highlights emerging local challenges that contrast with the broader national trend. This comparison underscores how Addlestone's specific dynamics—such as community initiatives or local infrastructure—can moderate or amplify national crime profiles in distinct ways.