Wem Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wem’s crime rate for November 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 31.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This continued performance below the national benchmark reflects the area’s relatively low crime profile, shaped by its built-up character within Shropshire’s rural landscape. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 24.2% of all incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour and public order offences, each contributing 18.2% of the total. While these figures highlight the persistent presence of interpersonal crime, the area’s rate for violence and sexual offences is 50% below the UK average, a significant disparity that may be influenced by local demographics or community policing efforts. November’s seasonal context — marked by Bonfire Night and the start of the festive shopping period — likely contributed to fluctuations in specific crime categories. For instance, public order offences saw a sharp increase, potentially linked to the timing of fireworks events and the influx of visitors to the area. However, the overall crime rate remains stable, suggesting that seasonal factors do not necessarily drive long-term trends in Wem. The area’s performance against the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies, particularly in violent crime categories. With 33 crimes reported across a population of 6,299, the monthly exposure of 1 crime per 191 residents illustrates the low probability of encountering crime in daily life. This data, combined with the area’s consistent performance below the national benchmark, reinforces the notion that Wem’s built-up environment, while small, maintains a safer profile compared to larger urban centres.

November saw a marked 200% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 6 cases. This surge, consistent with the timing of Bonfire Night and the start of the holiday season, may partly explain the spike. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 42.9% compared to October, dropping from 14 to 8 incidents — a significant decrease that aligns with the area’s generally low rate of violent crime compared to the UK average (5.2 vs 2.6 per 1,000). Possession of weapons also rose sharply, doubling from 0 to 2 cases, a figure that is 400% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly suggests potential shifts in local dynamics. For residents, the 42.9% drop in violence-related crimes is a notable positive development, illustrating the impact of targeted community efforts or seasonal factors such as reduced public gatherings during colder months.

Wem's crime rate in November 2024 rose 3.1% from 5.1 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents compared to October, reflecting a slight upward trend. This small increase contrasts with the area’s consistent performance below the UK average, which remains 31.6% lower than the national rate of 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with its generally low crime profile. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 191 residents over the month — a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk faced by local residents. The population context further highlights that Wem’s 6,299 residents experience crime at a pace significantly slower than the UK average, with the area’s built-up character and rural surroundings likely contributing to this pattern. While the increase is minimal, this does not indicate a major shift in the area’s overall safety profile, which remains stable compared to previous months.