Wem Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a slight upward trend in Wem’s crime rate, rising from 6.2 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents—a 2.6% increase—though the area remains 14.7% below the UK average. This relatively low rate aligns with Wem’s status as a small, built-up area within Shropshire, where community cohesion and limited urban density likely contribute to its comparative safety. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.5% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (17.5%) and anti-social behaviour (17.5%). These figures suggest a mix of personal and property-related issues, with seasonal factors such as Easter and spring weather potentially influencing patterns of outdoor activity and social interactions. Violence and sexual offences, while down from March, remain high compared to the UK average, possibly reflecting local dynamics such as community tensions or transient populations. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rates were 80% above the UK average, a stark anomaly that may indicate targeted incidents or specific vulnerabilities in the area’s infrastructure. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, still accounted for a significant share of reported crimes, highlighting ongoing challenges in managing public conduct. The overall picture illustrates a combination of local conditions and national trends, with Wem’s crime profile shaped by its rural-urban hybrid character and seasonal rhythms.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in Wem’s crime profile, with vehicle crime doubling from one to two incidents—a 100% increase—likely linked to increased Easter-related travel. Burglary also rose sharply, jumping from zero to three incidents, though this remains below the UK average for the category. Conversely, public order offences fell by two-thirds, from three to one, possibly reflecting quieter Easter weekend activity. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 18.8%, from 16 to 13, though this category still accounts for 32.5% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 19%. The area’s criminal damage rate was 80% above the UK average, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which was 7% below the national figure. These variations highlight the uneven nature of local crime patterns, with property-related offences (43%) outpacing violent crimes (32.5%) in April.

Wem's crime rate in April 2023 rose slightly to 6.4 per 1,000 residents from 6.2 per 1,000 in March, marking a 2.6% increase. While this reflects a minor uptick, the area remains 14.7% below the UK average, underscoring its continued position as a relatively low-crime locality. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in April, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 157 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area's small population and low overall crime levels. This suggests that while crime remains a concern, its frequency is proportionally lower than in larger, more densely populated regions of the UK. The population context further highlights that Wem's crime statistics, though fluctuating, are not indicative of systemic issues but rather of occasional incidents within a tightly knit community.