Bramley and Wonersh Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Bramley and Wonersh maintain a low crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents, 68.4% below the UK average of 7.6. This built-up area within Waverley, characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones, reported 12 total crimes over the month, with property and violent crimes each accounting for 25% of the total. The crime profile reflects the seasonal rhythm of the area, where extended evenings and events like Bonfire Night may influence public order incidents. While violent crimes and sexual offences remained consistently below UK averages—77% and 82% lower respectively—the proportion of public order offences (25%) and vehicle crime (25%) rose above the national benchmark. This suggests a localised dynamic where community events and seasonal transitions may play a role in shaping crime patterns. The low overall rate aligns with the area’s relatively small population and limited commercial density, though the spike in public order offences hints at potential pressures during darker winter months. The data underscores a generally safe environment, with crime levels far below national averages, but highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific categories.

The most striking shift in November was the 100% increase in public order offences, which rose from zero to three incidents. This category, now at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, exceeded the UK average by 18%—a notable deviation for an area typically below national rates. Concurrently, burglary saw a 100% month-on-month rise, with one incident reported compared to none in October. This contrasts sharply with the 50% drop in anti-social behaviour (from two to one cases) and the 25% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell to three from four. The balance between property and violent crimes remained roughly equal, but the surge in public order offences suggests a shift in the crime mix. Vehicle crime, at 0.6 per 1,000, also rose 36% above the UK average, possibly linked to increased vehicle movement during Black Friday shopping. For residents, the most immediate concern may be the unexpected rise in public order incidents, which now constitute a quarter of all crimes reported. This spike, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention given the area’s historical trend of low conflict-related offences.

Bramley and Wonersh’s crime rate fell by 20% in November 2024 compared to October’s 3.0 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the 30 days, the area saw an average of 0.4 crimes per day, though this figure is context-specific to the local population. Monthly exposure to crime was 1 in 424 residents, a statistic that illustrates the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. With a population of 5,091, the low absolute number of crimes (12) underscores the scale of the local safety environment. While the UK average crime rate is 7.6 per 1,000, Bramley and Wonersh’s figure is more than double the national rate’s inverse—highlighting a stark contrast. The daily crime context is particularly relevant for residents, as it frames the likelihood of encountering crime in everyday life. The 20% monthly decline suggests sustained efforts in community policing or environmental factors, though the recent spike in public order offences may indicate emerging challenges. The combination of low overall rates and specific category deviations illustrates an area that is generally secure but requires targeted attention to address sporadic spikes.