Wem Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

July 2024 marked a significant shift in Wem's crime profile, with the most dramatic change occurring in violence and sexual offences, which rose sharply by 45.5% compared to June. This surge, alongside a 100% increase in other theft and vehicle crime, underscores the volatility of certain categories during peak summer months. The area's overall crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents, 29.8% below the UK average, reflects a broader pattern of lower crime levels compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.2% of all crimes, far exceeding their share in the UK context, where this category averaged 2.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 59% below the UK average, a figure that may be attributed to Wem's relatively small, close-knit community structure. The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, tourism, and festivals—likely contributed to the uptick in violent crime, though the area's overall rates remain well below the UK benchmark. This contrast highlights the interplay between local characteristics and national trends, with Wem's crime profile shaped by its semi-rural setting and the transient nature of summer visitors.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in violence and sexual offences, which rose by 45.5% from 11 to 16 incidents. This increase, coupled with a 100% rise in both other theft and vehicle crime, suggests a notable uptick in certain categories during July. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.2% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000, 12% below Wem's rate). Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 59% below the UK average, reflecting a stark contrast in local patterns. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, a drop that may align with the quieter nature of July compared to peak tourist months. These fluctuations highlight the interplay between seasonal activity and local crime dynamics, with Wem's relatively low rates in anti-social behaviour and public order offences underscoring the area's unique characteristics compared to the UK average.

Wem's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a 23.3% increase from June's 4.8 per 1,000. This shift places the area's monthly exposure at one reported crime for every 170 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a rate that remains lower than the UK average when viewed over the same timeframe. While this increase contrasts with the area's generally lower crime profile compared to the UK (29.8% below the national average), it highlights the dynamic nature of local crime patterns during peak summer months. The rise in violent crime, in particular, may be influenced by the area's seasonal rhythm—July typically sees increased foot traffic due to tourism and local festivals, which could temporarily elevate certain types of crime. However, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, suggesting that Wem's broader environmental or demographic factors continue to contribute to its relatively low crime profile.