Waverley Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Waverley's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, while modest compared to national benchmarks, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.4% of all reported crimes, making them the most common category, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.4%) and public order offences (9.6%). These patterns are consistent with Waverley's character as a mixed-use district with a significant educational presence, where incidents of violence and disorder are often concentrated in high-traffic areas such as university campuses and town centres. The seasonal context of September, marked by the return of students and the transition to shorter evenings, likely influenced the distribution of crimes. For example, the prominence of violence and sexual offences may be linked to the increased presence of young adults in social settings, while anti-social behaviour could be tied to the pressures of new academic environments. However, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, a trend that may be attributed to effective local policing strategies, community engagement initiatives, or the district's relatively stable demographic profile. The data also shows that property crimes, including burglary and shoplifting, accounted for a smaller share of total offences compared to violent crimes, suggesting a broader focus on interpersonal conflict rather than economic crime. This balance, while not unusual for areas with strong social services, warrants continued monitoring to ensure that emerging trends are addressed promptly.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in September 2025 was a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from zero to one incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 100% rise in theft from the person, which moved from zero to four incidents. These increases may be linked to the seasonal context of September, when university freshers arrive and nights draw in, potentially altering patterns of activity in public spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 40% (10 to 6), and possession of weapons dropped by 40% (5 to 3), suggesting possible reductions in targeted offences or changes in reporting behaviour. Violent crimes remained 50% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour decreased by 28.8% (104 to 74), a shift that may reflect the start of the academic term and reduced public gatherings. Residents may find the 100% rise in robbery and theft from the person particularly noteworthy, as these incidents, though limited in number, highlight vulnerabilities in specific locations or times.

Waverley's crime rate in September 2025 fell by 12.9% compared to August, dropping from 4.1 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though the pace of reduction slowed from previous periods. On a daily basis, the district recorded an average of 16 crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the overall rate and the distribution of crime types. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 279 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Waverley well below the UK average. With a population of 134,284, this statistic provides context for residents: the likelihood of encountering a crime in the area remains relatively low compared to other parts of the country. However, the drop in vehicle crime and possession of weapons suggests targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced specific categories, though these shifts require further analysis to determine their root causes.