Milford and Witley Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Milford and Witley’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 50.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures highlights the area’s relatively low crime environment, shaped by its built-up character within the Waverley district. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (23.8% of total incidents), public order offences (19.1%), and violence and sexual offences (19.1%), with the latter category showing a marked decline from March. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and spring weather—likely influenced these patterns, as increased outdoor activity and social gatherings may have contributed to rises in public order and anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, the significant drop in violence and sexual offences (73% below the UK average) suggests a seasonal lull in alcohol-fueled incidents, a common trend in spring. The area’s low burglary rate (38% below UK average) and minimal property crime (6 incidents) further reinforce its safety profile, though the surge in bicycle theft (186% above UK average) indicates a vulnerability in cycling-related crime prevention. These findings align with the area’s mix of residential and commercial land use, where community-focused policing and limited nightlife may contribute to lower violent crime rates compared to urban centres.

April 2024 saw stark contrasts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and public order offences jumping 300% (from 1 to 4). These spikes may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which often brings increased foot traffic and social gatherings in local areas. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 63.6% (from 11 to 4), a decline that aligns with seasonal patterns of reduced alcohol-related incidents during spring. Other thefts also rose sharply, increasing 200% (from 1 to 3), suggesting heightened activity in retail or residential areas. Bicycle theft surged 186% above the UK average (0.2 vs 0.1 per 1,000), a figure that could indicate a growing need for targeted prevention measures in areas with cycling infrastructure. The sharp divergence between rising anti-social behaviour and falling violent crime illustrates a shift in the crime mix, with public order issues becoming more prominent during the Easter period.

Milford and Witley’s crime rate in April 2024 rose 10.7% from 3.5 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents compared to March. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the Easter period. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that contextualises the low volume of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 5,501. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 262 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of crime in this locality. When compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, the area remains 50.6% below the national rate, a gap that persists despite the slight upward trend. This contrast highlights the area’s unique characteristics, where a mix of residential and commercial land use may contribute to lower crime levels relative to more densely populated or economically disadvantaged regions. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even with the 10.7% increase, the absolute number of crimes remains minimal, reinforcing the area’s overall safety profile.