Waverley Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Waverley’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 52.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends highlights the area’s unique safety profile, shaped by its character as a largely urban district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.9%) and public order incidents (9.8%). These figures align with patterns typical of urban centres where community density and public spaces drive certain categories of crime. July, a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased tourism, likely influenced these dynamics. While violent crime rates were 54% below the UK average, the seasonal context may have amplified specific risks, such as theft from the person, which saw a sharp rise. The area’s lower crime rates compared to the UK suggest effective local policing, strong community engagement, or environmental factors that deter criminal activity. However, causation, and further analysis would be needed to isolate contributing factors.

July 2024 saw a sharp 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, suggests a potential shift in criminal activity during the summer tourism peak. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 42.9% compared to the previous month, a decline that may reflect heightened community awareness or reduced outdoor activity during festivals. The overall crime mix remained heavily skewed towards violence and sexual offences (32.5% of total crimes), which were 54% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (18.9% of total crimes) also remained significantly lower than the national rate, with a 52% gap. These figures indicate that while certain categories rose, the area’s overall safety profile remains resilient, with no crime type exceeding the UK average.

Waverley's crime rate in July 2024 fell to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a decline of 8.6% from the previous month’s 4.3 per 1,000. This continues a trend of sustained safety relative to the UK average, which stood at 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 17 crimes per day in July, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity without overstating frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 253 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure compared to other areas. With a population of 134,284, the local context suggests that community engagement and environmental factors may contribute to this stability. The comparison highlights a consistent gap between Waverley and the UK average, with no category in the area exceeding the national benchmark, reinforcing the district’s position as a lower-risk location.