Waverley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Waverley’s crime rate for June 2025 was 3.7 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000—a gap of 54.3%. This figure reflects a district where violent crime and anti-social behaviour dominate the crime profile, accounting for 49% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, making up 34.2% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.8%) and public order offences (10.8%). The seasonal context of June, with its longer days and the onset of summer tourism, likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. Coastal and rural areas often see increased foot traffic during this period, which may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents in open spaces. However, Waverley’s overall crime rate remains consistently below the UK average, a trend that may be linked to the district’s mix of residential and commercial areas, where community policing and local initiatives have historically maintained lower crime levels. The data also shows that Waverley’s property crime rate (3.4 per 1,000) is 53% below the UK average, suggesting that the district’s infrastructure and urban planning may act as deterrents to theft and burglary. This combination of factors—seasonal activity, geographic characteristics, and local policing—creates a unique crime profile that diverges from the national trend, though the small but notable increases in robbery and bicycle theft indicate areas for further scrutiny.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across Waverley. Robbery and bicycle theft each doubled compared to May, with two incidents each—marking a 100% increase in both categories. This uptick may reflect the influx of summer tourists, who often travel by bike and may be targeted in less monitored areas. Conversely, burglary dropped by 47.4% (38 to 20), likely influenced by heightened police patrols during the summer months or the natural deterrence of longer daylight hours. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 26%, from 100 to 74 incidents, due to increased community engagement or the closure of certain venues during the early summer. While violent crime remained the most common category (34.2% of total incidents), its rate of 1.3 per 1,000 was 55% below the UK average, indicating a persistent gap in violence-related incidents compared to the national trend. These changes highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts in shaping Waverley’s crime profile.

Waverley’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the start of summer often correlates with reduced property crime and increased community activity. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported across the district, translating to roughly one crime for every 269 residents over the course of the month. While this figure may seem abstract, it provides context for residents: in practical terms, the likelihood of encountering crime in Waverley remains lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces this, with Waverley’s crime rate being 54.3% below the national benchmark. This contrast underscores the district’s relative safety, though the small but notable increases in robbery and bicycle theft suggest localized pressures that warrant attention. The comparison to the UK average also highlights Waverley’s distinct character, where community engagement and geographic factors may contribute to sustained low crime levels despite the summer season’s usual dynamics.