Waverley Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 saw a persistent pattern of violent crime dominating Waverley's crime profile, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 38.3% of all reported crimes. This rate of 1.1 per 1,000 for such offences is 53% below the UK average, highlighting a stark contrast between local and national trends. The overall crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents remains significantly lower than the UK's 6.7 per 1,000, a gap that has widened since 2020. Seasonal factors appear to play a role in the crime mix, with the winter month's low outdoor activity aligning with reduced property crime rates but not curbing violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, which contributes 11.4% to the total, remains 69% below the UK average, suggesting Waverley's community engagement strategies may be effective. However, the persistent presence of violence despite seasonal lulls indicates deeper socioeconomic factors at play, possibly linked to the area's mix of urban and suburban demographics. The data shows a 56.7% gap from the UK average, reinforcing Waverley's position as a relatively safe local authority despite the recent uptick in specific violent crimes.

February 2025 marked a concerning rise in robbery incidents, with a 50% increase from January's two cases to three. This surge, though still low in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Burglary also rose by 23.1%, moving from 13 to 16 incidents, a trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased indoor activity during colder months. Anti-social behaviour saw a 15.8% increase, reaching 44 incidents, which could be tied to the pre-spring social dynamics typical of Waverley's community structure. Violence and sexual offences remained 53% below the UK average, with 148 cases reported at 1.1 per 1,000 residents. This stark contrast to national trends suggests that local initiatives in conflict resolution or community policing may be having an impact. However, the rise in specific crimes like robbery raises questions about targeted vulnerabilities in the area, particularly in high-traffic zones or during late-night hours. The decrease in shoplifting by 30% to 28 incidents, compared to January's 40, indicates potential success in retail security measures, though this category remains 68% below the UK average.

Waverley's crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 in February 2025 represents a 9.7% decrease from January's 3.2 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 14 crimes reported each day, a figure that remains consistently low relative to the UK average. When considering the monthly exposure, residents faced a 1-in-348 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of February, a statistic that underscores the area's overall safety. This rate is particularly significant when compared to the UK's national average, where residents face a 1-in-150 chance monthly. The population context further highlights Waverley's performance, with its 134,284 residents experiencing a crime rate that is 56.7% below the UK average. This disparity suggests effective policing strategies or community-driven initiatives that have kept crime levels in check despite the recent increases in specific categories. However, the slight month-on-month decline does not negate the need for vigilance in areas where crimes have risen, such as robbery and burglary, which may require targeted interventions to maintain this positive trajectory.