Wellesbourne Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wellesbourne's overall crime rate in September 2024 remained at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, maintaining its position 40.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This consistent performance highlights the area's relative safety compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all incidents (16 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%, 8 cases) and public order offences (13.2%, 5 cases). The rate of violence and sexual offences in Wellesbourne (1.9 per 1,000) is 27% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may contribute to this lower level of violent crime. The seasonal transition into autumn, with schools resuming and university freshers arriving, may have influenced patterns. Anti-social behaviour, while still a significant category, has seen a 20% decrease from the previous month, reflecting community efforts or seasonal changes in public activity. The area's low crime rate, particularly for property crimes (only 6 incidents, or 15.8% of total crimes), contrasts sharply with the UK average, indicating effective local policing or environmental factors that deter burglary and theft. The relatively low levels of criminal damage and arson (0.2 per 1,000) further reinforce Wellesbourne's position as a low-risk area. These figures suggest a combination of community engagement, local infrastructure, and seasonal dynamics that may contribute to the area's sustained safety record.

September 2024 saw notable shifts in Wellesbourne's crime profile. The most significant increase was in 'other crime', which rose by 100% from 0 to 3 incidents, marking a new category of concern. Burglary also doubled from 0 to 1 case. Public order offences increased by 66.7% (3 to 5 cases), possibly linked to the influx of students and the transition into autumn evenings. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 20% (from 10 to 8 cases), a trend that may reflect targeted local interventions or the natural ebb of seasonal activity. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to UK averages: violence and sexual offences are 27% below the national rate, while public order offences are 7% above. 'other crime' is 135% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.2 per 1,000), indicating a unique challenge for local authorities. This category's rise could signal emerging issues requiring specific attention, such as unclassified incidents or underreported crimes. The area's performance in reducing anti-social behaviour, despite the seasonal influx of students, suggests that community policing or local initiatives may be effectively addressing this issue. Residents might find the 20% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly reassuring, as this category often correlates with public safety concerns.

Wellesbourne's crime rate remained stable in September 2024, matching the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-219 residents highlights the rarity of crime in Wellesbourne compared to the UK average. This is particularly striking when considering the national context: the UK's overall crime rate is 7.7 per 1,000, meaning a resident in a typical UK area would face a 1-in-130 chance of being a victim monthly. In contrast, Wellesbourne's residents face a 1-in-219 risk, a significant reduction that aligns with the area's overall 40.3% deficit relative to the UK average. The stability in the crime rate despite the seasonal changes—such as the return of students and the start of the academic year—indicates that local factors, including community engagement or effective policing, are maintaining this lower risk profile. The daily crime count, while low, remains a reminder that even in safe areas, vigilance is essential. The monthly exposure figure also provides context for residents: over the course of a month, the likelihood of encountering crime is substantially lower than in most parts of the UK, reinforcing Wellesbourne's position as a relatively secure built-up area within Stratford-on-Avon.