Werrington Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Werrington’s crime profile in April 2023 was defined by an unusually low rate of violent crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 66.7% of all incidents. At 1.9 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate was 74.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a disparity that reflects both geographic and demographic factors. The built-up area’s sparse population and lack of major retail or entertainment hubs likely contribute to this safety record, though the absence of property crimes entirely in April is noteworthy. While the UK average for violent crime stands at 2.6 per 1,000, Werrington’s rate of 1.3 per 1,000 is 50% lower, a gap that may be attributed to the area’s rural character and limited opportunities for violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, though rising 100% compared to March, remains 58% below the UK average, suggesting that local community dynamics and policing strategies are effective in curbing such incidents. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as April’s spring weather and Easter activities typically increase outdoor activity, yet crime levels remained exceptionally low. This pattern aligns with Werrington’s status as a small, low-density area where community ties and limited public spaces likely reduce opportunities for crime. The data also highlights the dominance of violent crimes in the area’s crime mix, a trend that contrasts with the UK’s broader focus on property and anti-social behaviour. These findings illustrate a community where crime is rare but not entirely absent, with local conditions playing a significant role in shaping the crime profile.

April 2023 marked a sharp reversal in violent crime trends, with violence and sexual offences dropping 61.9% from 21 incidents in March to 8 in April. This decline, though substantial, contrasts with a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose from 0 to 3 incidents. The category of anti-social behaviour, now accounting for 25% of all crimes, remains 58% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Meanwhile, violent crimes in Werrington are 50% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the area’s rural character and limited nightlife infrastructure. The most striking outlier is the complete absence of property crimes in April, a category that typically accounts for 10-15% of UK crime but was entirely absent here. This absence, while unusual, aligns with Werrington’s low population density and the absence of high-footfall retail areas that typically drive property crime.

Werrington's crime rate in April 2023 (1.9 per 1,000 residents) reflects a continued downward trend, falling 53.8% compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with crime levels 74.7% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while statistically neutral, underscores the rarity of incidents in Werrington. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 527 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low even by rural standards. With a population of 6,329, the area’s small size and low crime density suggest that community cohesion and local policing efforts may be contributing factors. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it translates to a very low likelihood of encountering crime in everyday life, though it also necessitates vigilance in maintaining this safety record.