Wallingford Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Wallingford’s crime rate in April 2023 stood at 5.7 per 1,000, 24% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a combination of factors, including the area’s character as a built-up town within South Oxfordshire, which likely contributes to a more stable community environment. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.9% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 2.6 per 1,000—identical to the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is not a unique concern in Wallingford, the local rate remains consistent with national trends. Property crimes, including shoplifting and burglary, accounted for 16.3% of total offences, though burglary in particular saw a notable increase. Seasonal context may help explain some patterns: April’s Easter period and spring weather likely drove higher outdoor activity, which could partly explain the spike in burglary and vehicle crime. However, the area’s overall safety profile remains strong, as evidenced by the significant underperformance of several categories, including anti-social behaviour (66% below UK average) and public order offences (38% below). These figures indicate that local initiatives or community dynamics may be effectively mitigating certain types of crime. The balance between violent and property crime also suggests that Wallingford’s crime profile is more aligned with a mixed-use town than a purely rural or urban area, with retail and residential zones contributing to the diversity of reported incidents.

April 2023 saw a dramatic 300% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This surge, while still low in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 67% above UK average for burglary in the area. Similarly, vehicle crime doubled from 1 to 3 cases, a 200% increase that may reflect heightened activity around local parking areas during the Easter holiday period. Other crime also rose by 100%, from 1 to 2 incidents, though this remains below the UK average. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences fell by 50%, aligning with the 38% and 66% below UK averages for these categories. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding burglaries, which now account for 8.2% of all crimes in the area, despite remaining below the national average. The sharp rise in burglary may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity or the Easter holiday.

Wallingford's crime rate in April 2023 remained stable at 5.6 per 1,000, a 2.0% increase from March 2023. This suggests no significant shift in overall crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 8,606 residents. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for every 176 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualizes the frequency of incidents for local households. When compared to the UK average, Wallingford's rate of 5.7 per 1,000 remains 24% below the national figure, highlighting the area’s relative safety. However, this population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is low, specific crime types—such as burglary and vehicle crime—have seen sharp increases, warranting closer attention from residents and local authorities.