Bramley and Wonersh Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 presented a mixed picture for Bramley and Wonersh's crime profile, with significant spikes in certain categories despite the area's overall low crime profile. The total crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents placed the area 68% below the UK average, a position that has been consistently maintained over recent months. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, though their numbers decreased slightly from the previous month. This contrasted sharply with the 200% increase in burglary cases, which rose from 1 to 3 incidents. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely influenced patterns of outdoor activity, potentially contributing to the rise in property-related crimes. Anti-social behaviour also doubled compared to March, while 'other crime' cases surged by 100%, indicating potential gaps in reporting or emerging issues requiring further analysis. The area's low crime rate overall, particularly when compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, suggests effective policing or community resilience, though the localized spikes in burglary and other categories warrant closer examination. These trends may reflect specific vulnerabilities in the built-up area, such as targeted property crime in residential zones or unaddressed social tensions. As spring progresses, the combination of increased foot traffic and seasonal events could continue to shape crime patterns, necessitating ongoing monitoring.

April 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000), highlights a sharp upward trend that could signal localized vulnerabilities. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour and 'other crime' categories both doubled compared to March, with the latter category now exceeding the UK average by 54%. These increases contrast with a 66.7% drop in other theft cases, which fell from 3 to 1. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common crime type (33.3% of total incidents), decreased by 20% from 5 to 4 cases. The burglary spike may partly explain the rise in 'other crime'—linked to property-related disputes or unreported incidents. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with recent burglary reports, as the rate now stands at 0.6 per 1,000, significantly higher than the UK's 0.3 per 1,000.

Bramley and Wonersh's crime rate in April 2023 (2.4 per 1,000 residents) marked a 7.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the area's historically low crime profile, which remains 68% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 0 crimes per day in April, reflecting the sparse distribution of incidents over 30 days. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 424 residents underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. While the overall rate has fallen, the shift in crime types—particularly the sharp rise in burglary—suggests localized pressures that warrant closer attention. The low daily crime count contrasts with the UK-wide average, where daily incidents are significantly higher, though direct comparisons remain challenging due to differing population densities. Residents should note that while the overall trend is positive, certain categories show troubling spikes that may require contextual analysis.