Wallingford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Wallingford’s crime rate stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 26.8% below the UK average of 8.2. For a population of 8,606, this translates to 52 reported crimes—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low-risk profile compared to national trends. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.2%) and criminal damage and arson (7.7%). This pattern aligns with Wallingford’s character as a built-up area within South Oxfordshire, where community interactions and public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal offences. The seasonal context of June, with its extended daylight hours and early tourism activity, could explain the slight uptick in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, though these remain well below UK averages. Violent crime in Wallingford was 6% below the national average, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion may play a role in mitigating such incidents. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—doubling from May’s figure—raises questions about the impact of summer events or increased socialising in public areas. The data also highlights a stark contrast in specific categories: possession of weapons was 186% above the UK average, a concern that may warrant closer examination of local enforcement or reporting practices. Overall, Wallingford’s crime profile illustrates a mix of national trends and unique local factors, with the area maintaining a safer-than-average environment despite the month-on-month fluctuations.

June saw a dramatic 450% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 11 incidents—a sharp contrast to the previous month. This surge may be linked to the start of the summer season, when public spaces see heightened usage. Vehicle crime also doubled, with 2 reported incidents, potentially influenced by increased traffic or parking activity in the town’s built-up areas. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 77.8%, from 9 to 2 cases, suggesting a temporary decline in opportunistic crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, at 22 incidents (42.3% of total), though this rate was 6% below the UK average. Possession of weapons was 186% above the UK average, highlighting a unique local concern that warrants further scrutiny.

Wallingford’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 10.6% compared to May’s 5.5 per 1,000.8% below the UK average. This shift suggests a temporary uptick in local activity, potentially linked to the start of the summer season. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported each day in June—a rate that, while modest, may reflect increased foot traffic in public spaces during longer evenings. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 166 residents, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. With a population of 8,606, this monthly exposure translates to a relatively low frequency of incidents, but the rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime could signal new challenges for local policing. The population-scaled perspective shows that Wallingford’s residents face a crime environment that is significantly safer than the UK average, yet the month-on-month increase demands attention to emerging trends.