Lightwater Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Lightwater's crime profile in July 2023 demonstrates a stark contrast to the UK average, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents—75.9% below the national figure of 8.3 per 1,000. This built-up area within Surrey Heath, likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones, maintains an environment where crime remains exceptionally rare. The top three crime types—'other crime' (23.1%), 'anti-social behaviour' (23.1%), and 'other theft' (15.4%)—highlight a pattern skewed towards non-violent, low-impact incidents. These figures are consistent with a largely suburban or commuter-oriented area where routine policing and community cohesion may contribute to low violent crime rates. Seasonal factors in July, including peak tourism and school holidays, typically raise concerns in other regions, yet Lightwater's data suggests minimal disruption to its crime picture. The absence of significant property crime—burglary, shoplifting, and vehicle crime all remain well below UK averages—further supports the area's stability. While 'other crime' exceeds the UK average by 257%, the overall context remains one of safety, with violent crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (93% below the UK rate) and public order offences at 0.2 per 1,000 (68% below). This suggests a community where most incidents are either non-violent or easily managed through local initiatives, though the sharp rise in 'other crime' and anti-social behaviour deserves closer attention by local authorities.

July 2023 saw a 200% increase in both 'other crime' and 'anti-social behaviour' compared to June, with each category rising from one to three incidents. This contrasts sharply with an 83.3% drop in violence and sexual offences, which fell from six to one, and a 66.7% decrease in public order offences, down from three to one. While violent crime remains exceptionally low—75.9% below the UK average—anti-social behaviour is 65% below the national rate of 1.4 per 1,000. 'other crime' is 257% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, suggesting a localised issue that may relate to the area's specific community dynamics or reporting practices. Residents should be aware that while overall crime remains minimal, targeted categories like anti-social behaviour have seen sharp month-on-month growth, potentially linked to the summer season's increased social activity.

Lightwater's crime rate in July 2023 fell to 2.0 per 1,000 residents, a 27.6% decrease from the previous month's 2.8 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a rate 75.9% below the national average of 8.3 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low-level, sporadic pattern rather than sustained activity. When scaled to the area's population of 6,544, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 503 residents. This figure underscores the rarity of incidents in a community where local policing and community engagement likely play a role in maintaining order. The absence of significant spikes in property crime or violent crime further reinforces the area's consistency in keeping crime rates well below national benchmarks, even during peak summer months when tourism and events typically raise concerns in other regions.