Camberley Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Camberley's overall crime rate in April 2023 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 5.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This marks a continuation of a trend observed in recent months. increase in its monthly crime rate compared to March. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.3%) and public order offences (8.6%). The seasonal context of April, with its Easter period and increased outdoor activity, may partly explain fluctuations in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences in Camberley were 12% above the UK average, while other theft and criminal damage were significantly below national rates. The local profile of Camberley, a suburban area within Surrey Heath, likely contributes to its distinct crime picture, with retail and community hubs influencing specific offence types. The data suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal activity, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The relatively low rates of burglary and other theft compared to the UK average may reflect the area's lower density and stronger community policing efforts. Overall, Camberley's crime profile remains a mix of challenges and relative strengths compared to national benchmarks.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in Camberley's crime profile, with some categories showing marked increases and decreases. Other crime rose by 350%, jumping from 2 to 9 incidents, while possession of weapons doubled from 1 to 2. Drug-related offences also doubled, rising from 3 to 6 cases. These spikes may reflect specific local pressures or seasonal factors, though no direct causes are identified in the data. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 27.6% (from 58 to 42 incidents), and burglary decreased by 27.3% (from 11 to 8). The reduction in anti-social behaviour could be linked to Easter-related events or increased community engagement during the spring season. Other theft also dropped by 40%, from 20 to 12 incidents, reflecting improved security measures or reduced opportunities for theft. Camberley's public order offences were 6% below the UK average, a contrast to its above-average rates for violence and sexual offences. These differences highlight the area's unique character, with its suburban layout and local amenities influencing specific crime trends. The sharp rise in 'other crime'—a category that includes unclassified incidents—suggests a need for further investigation into what types of offences are being recorded under this heading.

Camberley's crime rate in April 2023 increased by 14.1% compared to March's rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a month-on-month uptick in overall activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 9 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 142 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to the local population of 36,429. This rate is lower than the UK average when considering categories such as other theft and criminal damage, which were 46% and 51% below national figures respectively. However, the area's higher-than-average rates for violence and sexual offences (12% above the UK) and 'other crime' (131% above) underscore specific vulnerabilities. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Camberley's crime profile is not uniformly aligned with national trends, with some categories showing marked deviations. These disparities may be influenced by local factors such as the area's suburban nature, the presence of community hubs, or the seasonal dynamics of spring, when outdoor activity increases. The comparison to previous months and the UK average highlights both the progress and ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety in Camberley.