Godalming Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Godalming's February 2025 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 52.2% deficit compared to the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, underscoring the area's consistently lower crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 35.1% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (18.9%) and public order offences (13.5%). This distribution reflects the dynamics of a built-up area within Waverley, where urban density and local infrastructure may influence crime patterns. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributed to the overall lower crime rate, as colder weather and shorter daylight hours can deter outdoor crimes. However, the sharp increase in public order offences by 150% suggests a shift in criminal activity towards more public spaces, potentially linked to changes in community events or local enforcement priorities. Meanwhile, the 53% below UK average for violence and sexual offences highlights the effectiveness of targeted policing or community engagement strategies in mitigating such incidents. The area's performance in reducing shoplifting by 50% compared to January may reflect seasonal retail closures or improved store security measures, though this category remains 52% below the UK average. These patterns illustrate the combination of environmental factors, community initiatives, and law enforcement in shaping Godalming's crime profile.

February 2025 saw a striking 150% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 50% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 6 to 3 cases, and a 50% reduction in other theft, down from 4 to 2. These shifts suggest a reallocation of criminal activity from retail spaces to more public-facing venues, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as post-Christmas retail closures or changes in community events. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 43.5%, from 23 to 13 cases, though this remains 53% below the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000. Criminal damage and arson rose 25% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour remained 69% below national levels. Residents may find the 50% reduction in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it could indicate improved security measures in local stores or a shift in offender focus.

Godalming's crime rate in February 2025 fell by 15.8% compared to January 2025, declining from 3.8 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes and community engagement in local initiatives may temporarily reduce opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one reported crime per day in February, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 313 residents, a metric that offers residents a clear sense of their monthly risk exposure. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting the area's consistent performance relative to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Godalming's crime levels are proportionally less impactful on its residents than the national average, reinforcing the effectiveness of local policing and community-focused crime prevention strategies.