Milford and Witley Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Vehicle crime in Milford and Witley in September 2023 reached 1.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 212% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly stands out against an overall crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000, which is 18.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. The built-up area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (14 cases, 38.9% of total crimes), followed by vehicle crime (8 cases, 22.2%) and public order offences (5 cases, 13.9%). These patterns may reflect the area’s role as a commuter hub or its proximity to roads with higher traffic volumes. Seasonal factors, including the return of students to local schools and universities, likely influenced the 100% increase in violence and sexual offences. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Milford and Witley’s rate is 9% below the national figure despite the local surge. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.4 per 1,000) were both below UK averages, suggesting a generally lower prevalence of disorderly conduct compared to other areas. This contrast with the vehicle crime outlier highlights the complexity of local crime dynamics, shaped by both geographic and seasonal variables.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from seven to 14 cases—a stark contrast to the UK average rate of 2.7 per 1,000. This surge aligns with the seasonal shift of back-to-school activity and university freshers arriving. Meanwhile, vehicle crime—8 incidents in total—stood at 1.5 per 1,000, 212% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, a figure that may reflect the area’s proximity to major roads or commuter routes. Conversely, shoplifting and anti-social behaviour both fell sharply, with shoplifting dropping 66.7% from three to one incident, likely linked to increased police patrols or seasonal retail activity. The daily crime count of one incident per day provides a tangible benchmark for residents assessing local safety.

The crime rate in Milford and Witley dropped by 18.3% from 8.0 per 1,000 in August to 6.5 per 1,000 in September 2023, marking a notable decline. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 153 residents, reflecting a relatively low monthly exposure compared to national averages. Daily crime statistics show an average of one crime per day across the built-up area, a figure that may offer reassurance to residents seeking to understand local crime frequency. When scaled to the area’s population of 5,501, the 36 reported crimes in September translate to a rate that is 18.8% below the UK average, underscoring Milford and Witley’s position as a comparatively safer area. This contrast with the UK average is particularly striking given the 212% increase in vehicle crime relative to national rates, a discrepancy that highlights the need for targeted local analysis.