Werrington Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Werrington's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 61% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This overall rate, while low, has risen from 2.5 per 1,000 in May, reflecting a 24.9% month-on-month increase. The most significant category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 55% of all reported incidents (11 cases) — an 83.3% rise compared to the previous month. This surge in violent crime contrasts with the area's generally low rates for other categories, including anti-social behaviour (15% of total crimes) and criminal damage (10% of total crimes), both of which remain significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours, may have influenced these patterns. Werrington's built-up character within the rural Staffordshire Moorlands likely contributes to its distinct crime profile, where isolated incidents of violence may be more pronounced than in densely populated urban areas. The low overall rate suggests that while specific categories have increased, the area as a whole remains comparatively safe. This pattern may be consistent with the characteristics of a rural built-up area, where limited public spaces and smaller communities can both suppress and concentrate certain types of crime. The data highlights the importance of monitoring specific categories like violent crimes, which have shown the most significant change, even as the overall picture remains one of relative safety.

June 2024 saw a sharp rise in violent crimes, with violence and sexual offences increasing by 83.3% to 11 incidents — the most significant category at 55% of total crimes. This surge was accompanied by a 100% increase in theft from the person, marking a first for the month. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Werrington (1.7 per 1,000) remains 38% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, suggesting local factors may be at play despite the increase. Meanwhile, other crime — including unclassified incidents — also doubled from zero to two cases, a 100% jump that could signal emerging trends requiring further attention. These shifts contrast with persistently low rates in anti-social behaviour (15% of total crimes) and criminal damage (10% of total crimes), both of which remain 64% and 51% below UK averages respectively. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where violent incidents occurred, as the rise may indicate changes in local activity patterns or social dynamics.

Werrington's crime rate in June 2024 rose to 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 24.9% increase from the previous month's 2.5 per 1,000. While this marks a notable shift, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, approximately one crime was reported in Werrington over the 30-day period, reflecting a low but measurable local impact. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 316 residents, highlighting the relatively sparse distribution of incidents within a population of 6,329. This monthly exposure figure underscores that while the rate has risen, the absolute number of crimes remains low in absolute terms. The population context further illustrates that Werrington's crime profile is distinct from larger urban areas, where higher density and different social dynamics often drive higher rates. The increase in violent crimes and thefts may be influenced by seasonal factors such as extended daylight hours and the start of summer, which could alter patterns of movement and activity in the area.