Waverley Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Waverley's December 2025 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 stands at 52.9% below the UK average, marking one of the most significant disparities between local and national trends. This figure, which is 70% lower than the UK's 7.0 per 1,000, reflects a broader pattern of low crime prevalence in the area. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (40.1% share), anti-social behaviour (11.5%), and other theft (10.6%)—highlight a mix of interpersonal and property-related issues, though all remain substantially below UK averages. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.3 per 1,000, are 49% below the national rate, potentially influenced by Waverley's characteristics as a largely residential and commuter-focused district with limited nightlife. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, empty homes during holidays, and peak retail activity—may contribute to fluctuations, though the overall stability in the crime rate suggests resilient local conditions. Anti-social behaviour's 57% deficit compared to the UK average could be linked to community initiatives or effective policing in public spaces, while the stark 100% UK average deficit in bicycle theft, theft from the person, robbery, and possession of weapons indicates strong prevention measures in these specific areas. These figures, when contextualised with Waverley's demographic profile, illustrate a combination of geographic, social, and institutional factors that consistently keep crime levels below national benchmarks.

December saw notable shifts in crime patterns, including a 100% increase in robbery, possession of weapons, and bicycle theft compared to November. These rises, though from small base numbers (2 to 4 incidents), may reflect seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during the Christmas shopping period or targeted opportunistic crimes. Conversely, drugs-related offences fell by 35.7% (14 to 9), possibly linked to reduced socialising during the holiday season or enhanced policing efforts. The crime mix also shifted, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.1% of all crimes—higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000—though still significantly below the national rate. This category's 8.4% month-on-month decrease (191 to 175) contrasts with the sharp rise in property crimes, illustrating a combination of violent and non-violent criminal activity. For residents, the 100% UK average deficit in bicycle theft—0.0 per 1,000 compared to the national 0.1—suggests effective local measures in protecting vulnerable assets.

Waverley's December 2025 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 remained stable compared to the previous month, reflecting a -1.8% change. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 14 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 308 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a population of 134,284. When compared to the UK average, this rate is 52.9% lower, underscoring Waverley's position as a safer area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the likelihood of encountering crime here is significantly reduced compared to national trends, which may be attributed to local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies. These figures, while low, should not be interpreted as a guarantee of continued safety, as seasonal or situational changes could influence future patterns.