Werrington Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Werrington's overall crime rate for January 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 29.7% below the UK average of 7.4. This figures marks a significant deviation from national trends, with the area's crime profile shaped by seasonal factors and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 57.6% of all crimes reported (19 cases), a category that itself exceeded the UK average for this type by 15%. The stark contrast between Werrington's violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) and the national average (2.6 per 1,000) highlights a localised intensity in this category. Anti-social behaviour followed with 15.2% of total crimes (5 cases), though this rate was 19% below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours—likely contributes to the pattern observed, with fewer outdoor crimes typical of this time of year. The built-up character of Werrington, situated within the Staffordshire Moorlands, may amplify certain crime types through concentrated population density, though the overall rate remains lower than the national average. This suggests a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and environmental factors that mitigate crime despite the area's proximity to major transport routes and rural surroundings.

The most striking month-on-month shift was the 400% surge in 'Other crime' cases, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This category, which includes non-specific offences not falling under primary categories, now accounts for 15.2% of all reported crimes in January. Concurrently, vehicle crime doubled to 2 cases, and drug-related incidents increased from 0 to 1. These spikes contrast with the 19% below UK average rate for anti-social behaviour, which remained stable at 5 cases. Violence and sexual offences, at 19 cases (3.0 per 1,000), were 15% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a localised concentration of incidents that may be linked to the area's built-up nature and potential winter social dynamics. The 400% increase in 'Other crime' is particularly noteworthy for residents, as it indicates a sudden rise in unclassified incidents that could include nuisance crimes, vandalism, or other non-specific activities. This category's UK average of 0.1 per 1,000—compared to Werrington's 0.8 per 1,000—reveals a 471% disparity, underscoring the need for further investigation into what drives such a sharp local increase. Meanwhile, vehicle crime's 40% below UK average (0.3 vs 0.5 per 1,000) may reflect reduced traffic volume during January.

Werrington's January 2024 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 represents a 37.5% increase from December's 3.8 per 1,000, marking the most substantial monthly fluctuation in recent records. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 reported crime every 31 days, translating to a localised figure of 1 crime per 192 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low compared to national benchmarks, illustrates the relative safety of Werrington's population, with each resident statistically less likely to be affected by crime than the UK average. The 6329-strong population of Werrington further contextualises these figures, with the 33 total crimes recorded representing a manageable scale for local policing resources. This comparison highlights a unique balance between the area's built-up characteristics and its ability to maintain crime rates significantly below national standards. The 37.5% rise from the previous month, though notable, remains within the bounds of typical seasonal variability, particularly given January's position as a post-holiday period with inherently lower commercial activity. This suggests that while the increase is statistically significant, it may not indicate a long-term trend but rather a temporary fluctuation tied to specific local conditions.