Waverley Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Waverley during August 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local demographics and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.5% of all recorded crimes, making them the most prevalent category, though this rate (1.5 per 1,000) remains 48% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is present, its incidence is lower than in other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour (18.8%) and public order offences (10.5%) followed closely, reflecting patterns often associated with areas experiencing high foot traffic or community events. The seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month appears to influence burglary risk, with a 44.4% month-on-month increase in burglaries possibly linked to empty homes. However, the overall crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000—49.4% below the UK average—indicates a generally safer environment, particularly when compared to larger urban centres. This balance of crime types may be partly explained by Waverley's character as a mixed-use district with a combination of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, where community engagement and local policing initiatives likely contribute to maintaining lower rates of more severe offences. The relatively low levels of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and bicycle theft (0.0 per 1,000) further support the notion of a well-managed environment, though the sharp rise in drug-related offences suggests areas for targeted intervention.

August 2025 saw a sharp 160% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 5 to 13 incidents. This jump, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (63% below), raises questions about potential shifts in local patterns or unmet demand for support services. Concurrently, shoplifting offences surged by 96%, doubling from 25 to 49 incidents, a figure that may partly explain the 37% deficit compared to the UK average for this category. Burglary also rose by 44.4%, from 18 to 26, possibly linked to the seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month when properties may be unoccupied. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 56.5% (23 → 10), a drop that could reflect improved security measures or reduced commuter activity during the summer. These contrasting trends highlight the combination of local factors and broader regional patterns.

Waverley's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 4.4% decrease from the previous month's 4.3 rate. This modest decline aligns with broader trends observed in similar local authority districts during summer months. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 243 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for households and businesses. Daily crime counts averaged 18 incidents per day, a rate that, while relatively low compared to major urban centres, remains consistent with Waverley's historical profile as a mixed-use district with both residential and commercial zones. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the absolute number of crimes is manageable, the distribution across categories reveals patterns worth noting, particularly in the context of seasonal activity and local demographics.