Waverley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Waverley's crime profile in November 2023 reveals a striking equilibrium between property and violent crimes, with 187 property offences and 189 violent crimes reported. This balance, while unusual for many areas, may reflect a combination of community policing efforts and seasonal dynamics. The overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents places Waverley 49.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the area's relative safety. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.8% of all crimes, slightly below the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour (13.4%) and vehicle crime (10.1%) also feature prominently. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evenings—may have influenced patterns, with vehicle crime linked to increased nighttime activity and retail theft tied to post-Christmas sales. The area's lower rates of burglary and shoplifting compared to the UK average suggest effective local measures, though the balance between property and violent crime remains a key indicator of community dynamics. This equilibrium could signal a resilient local environment where both prevention strategies and social cohesion contribute to crime mitigation.

November 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with drugs-related offences surging by 275% (4 to 15) and robbery increasing by 150% (2 to 5), a shift that may reflect heightened illicit activity during the month. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 75% (4 to 1), potentially linked to improved lighting in high-risk areas or community awareness campaigns. The near-parity between property (187) and violent crimes (189) contrasts with UK trends, where violent crime typically dominates. This balance may indicate effective policing in reducing property crime, though the rise in drug-related offences raises questions about local enforcement priorities. Vehicle crime, at 0.4 per 1,000, remains 20% below the UK average, suggesting that Waverley's infrastructure—with secure parking zones—contributes to this lower rate. The sharp decline in bicycle theft (57.1%) from 7 to 3 cases could be attributed to seasonal factors, with colder weather deterring outdoor activities. These shifts highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the surge in drug-related offences while maintaining the positive trajectory in reducing other categories.

Waverley's crime rate in November 2023 (3.8 per 1,000) marked a 12.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.4 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 17 crimes per day, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 261 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This 1-in-261 statistic reflects the area's population-scaled safety, with 134,284 residents sharing a relatively low burden of crime. The reduction in overall crime, combined with the continued underperformance of violent crime categories compared to the UK average (violence and sexual offences 46% below, anti-social behaviour 52% below), suggests that Waverley's policing strategies and community initiatives are having a measurable impact. However, the rise in drug-related offences and robbery highlights areas requiring closer attention. These figures, when contextualised against the UK's broader crime profile, illustrate Waverley's unique position as a relatively safe area with pockets of emerging challenges.