Waverley Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Waverley's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a distinct balance between property and violent crime, with property-related offences continuing to dominate the overall picture. The area's crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents places it 51.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a significant divergence from national trends. This relative safety is particularly notable given the seasonal context of November, which typically sees increased activity around Bonfire Night and the start of the Christmas shopping period. The most common category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.1% of all reported incidents. This figure is 53% below the UK average for this category, suggesting that Waverley has a relatively low incidence of violent crime compared to other areas. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were the second and third most common categories, each contributing over 10% of the total crime count. The seasonal context of November appears to have influenced certain crime patterns, with the combination of dark evenings and the start of the festive shopping season likely contributing to an increase in property-related offences. The data also shows that shoplifting and burglary rates rose significantly in November, potentially reflecting the impact of Black Friday sales and the increased foot traffic associated with the holiday season. These trends are consistent with broader patterns observed in similar areas, where commercial activity during the autumn months often correlates with higher rates of property crime. The relatively low levels of violent crime in Waverley may be attributed to a combination of factors, including the area's character as a largely residential district with limited nightlife activity. The overall crime rate, while slightly lower than the previous month, remains broadly stable, suggesting that the local police force and community initiatives have been effective in maintaining a consistent level of public safety. This stability is particularly noteworthy given the potential for crime rates to fluctuate during the transition between autumn and winter months.

November saw a marked shift in the balance between property and violent crime, with property crimes accounting for 39.6% of the total (194 incidents) compared to 33.1% for violent crimes (162 incidents). This suggests a continued dominance of property-related offences, although the gap between the two categories narrowed slightly compared to previous months. Among the most significant month-on-month changes, bicycle theft surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This increase may be linked to the post-Black Friday shopping period, when demand for new bicycles is typically high. Shoplifting also rose sharply by 133.3%, with the number of incidents more than doubling from 15 to 35. This trend is consistent with the seasonal context of November, which includes the Black Friday sales period and the start of the festive shopping season. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 32.6%, decreasing from 86 to 58 incidents. This decline may reflect a combination of factors, including increased community engagement during the autumn months and the impact of local initiatives aimed at reducing antisocial conduct.

Waverley's November 2024 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents represents a 3.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.8 per 1,000. This slight downward trend suggests a stabilisation in local crime patterns after a period of fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 16 crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the pace of reported incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 274 residents, a measure that highlights the relative infrequency of crime in Waverley compared to the UK average. With a population of 134,284, the localised nature of these figures means that individual experiences may vary significantly across different neighbourhoods. The comparison to the UK average, which stands at 7.6 per 1,000, underscores Waverley's position as a relatively safe area, with its rate 51.3% below the national benchmark. This contrast is particularly notable given the seasonal context of November, which typically sees increased activity around Bonfire Night and the start of the Christmas shopping period.