Bramley and Wonersh Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bramley and Wonersh's crime profile in January 2024 reveals a marked contrast between property and violent crime, with the former dominating the overall rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure, 58.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, underscores the area's relative safety, particularly in violent crime categories. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, accounted for 25% of total crimes, yet remained 69% below the UK average. This disparity may reflect the area's built-up character within Waverley, where limited nightlife and lower population density could reduce opportunities for violent incidents. Property crimes, however, accounted for nearly half of all recorded offences, with criminal damage and arson (3 cases) and anti-social behaviour (2 cases) emerging as notable subcategories. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail activity—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate, though the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson suggests localized factors may be at play. These patterns align with trends seen in similar commuter belt suburbs, where property-related crimes often dominate due to the presence of residential areas and limited commercial hubs. The area's low crime rates, particularly in violent categories, may also be influenced by effective community policing and the absence of major transport links that could drive higher crime rates in more densely populated urban centres.

January 2024 saw a striking shift in crime dynamics, with property crimes outpacing violent offences by a significant margin. Of the 16 total crimes recorded, property-related incidents (7 cases) accounted for nearly half, while violent crimes (4 cases) remained relatively low. This imbalance may partly explain the area's overall safety profile compared to national averages. Violence and sexual offences fell by 50% from December's figure of 8, a decrease that aligns with the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall typical of January. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 cases—a sharp increase that deserves closer attention. This category's UK average (0.6 per 1,000) is only 5% above Bramley and Wonersh's rate, suggesting the area's vulnerability to such crimes may be more pronounced than expected. Residents may find the 50% drop in violent crimes particularly reassuring, though the rise in property damage highlights the need for targeted measures in public spaces.

Bramley and Wonersh's crime rate in January 2024 (3.1 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 15.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.7 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend. This decline, while modest, suggests potential stabilization in local crime patterns. Daily crime figures show an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the area's population of 5,091, the monthly exposure translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 318 residents—a ratio that places the area well below the UK average. This comparative safety, particularly in violent crime categories, aligns with broader trends observed in similar built-up areas within Waverley. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even small fluctuations in crime numbers can have meaningful implications for community perception and resource allocation. While the area's crime profile remains distinct from national averages, the consistency in low rates suggests a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the area's built-up character, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime.