Wellesbourne Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wellesbourne's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 69% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This statistic, while showing a notable 125% increase from January's rate of 1.0, remains indicative of a consistently safer environment compared to national benchmarks. The crime profile for the month was dominated by violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 55.6% of all reported crimes — 10 incidents in total. This category, though sharply up from the previous month's 2 incidents, still remains 52% below the UK average for this type of offence. Property crimes were minimal, with only one reported incident, highlighting the area's low-level nature of criminal activity. The seasonal context of February, a winter month with typically low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may partly explain the overall crime profile, though the 400% spike in violent offences suggests other factors are at play. The presence of only one property crime contrasts with the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 for this category, further underscoring Wellesbourne's distinct position in the national crime profile. The area's built-up character within Stratford-on-Avon, combined with its relatively small population of 8,321, likely contributes to the low crime levels observed, even as the month-on-month increase indicates a need for continued monitoring of violent crime trends.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 2 to 10 incidents. This surge, despite remaining 52% below the UK average for this category, indicates a significant shift in crime patterns. Other crime types also rose sharply, with 'other crime' and 'possession of weapons' both doubling from zero to two incidents, a trend that may reflect seasonal changes or specific local factors. In contrast, drugs-related incidents fell by 50%, from two to one, suggesting a temporary dip in this category. The crime mix has shifted sharply towards violent offences, which now account for 55.6% of all crimes reported — a marked increase from the previous month's balance. This shift contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes account for 52% of all incidents, indicating Wellesbourne's violent crime rate is slightly lower than the national figure despite the month-on-month surge. Residents may find the 100% increase in 'other crime' particularly notable, as this category includes offences that are not easily categorised but often relate to community-specific issues.

Wellesbourne's crime rate in February 2024 rose by 125% compared to January 2024, moving from 1.0 to 2.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while significant, remains 69% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. Over the 29 days of February, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 462 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents: statistically, a resident has a 1-in-462 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime in any given month. When compared to the previous month, the shift in crime type distribution is notable, with violent crimes surging while property crimes remained minimal. The population-scaled perspective underscores that despite the rate increase, Wellesbourne's crime profile remains markedly safer than the national average, with violent crime rates 52% below the UK average for this category. This contrast highlights the area's unique characteristics, where low population density and community-focused policing may contribute to sustained lower crime levels despite the recent upward trend.