Virginia Water Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Virginia Water's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 68.8% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure, the lowest recorded in recent months, reflects a broader trend of declining violence and property crime. Anti-social behaviour emerged as the most common category, accounting for 33.3% of all reported crimes, followed by violence and sexual offences (20.0%) and vehicle crime (13.3%). The area's overall safety is further underscored by its violent crime rate, which is 81% below the UK average. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: September, a time of back-to-school routines and university freshers' week, may have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour near educational institutions. However, the sharp decline in violent crime—down 78.6% from August—suggests effective local policing or community engagement efforts. Property crime, while lower than the UK average, saw a notable rise in vehicle-related incidents, possibly linked to increased traffic or seasonal vehicle usage. The area's low crime profile, combined with its proximity to London's commuter belt, may create a unique dynamic where urban influences meet suburban safety measures. These data points, while reassuring, highlight the need to monitor emerging trends such as anti-social behaviour, which could indicate broader social or environmental factors requiring attention.

September 2024 saw a 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 2 to 5. This surge, though still below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, suggests growing concerns in the area. Conversely, violent and sexual offences dropped by 78.6%, from 14 to 3—a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Vehicle crime also rose by 100%, from 1 to 2, though this remains 33% below the national rate. The area's violent crime rate is 81% below the UK average, a figure that highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives. The 1-in-425 resident monthly exposure rate offers a concrete metric for residents assessing their personal risk. These shifts in crime mix—anti-social behaviour rising while violence declines—may reflect seasonal factors such as back-to-school routines or increased foot traffic in the area.

Virginia Water's crime rate in September 2024 fell by 48.4% compared to August 2024, dropping from 4.6 to 2.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area 68.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a gap that has widened over recent months. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 reported crimes per day in September, a figure that reflects the area's consistently low crime profile. When scaled to the population, this means over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 425 residents—a rate that underscores the area's safety compared to national benchmarks. While the population of 6,373 residents means each individual faces a lower risk of victimisation than the UK average, the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in anti-social behaviour—suggests evolving local challenges. These figures, while reassuring, highlight the need for continued attention to emerging patterns in low-crime environments.