Milford and Witley Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Milford and Witley maintained a crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 67.1% below the UK average of 8.2. This built-up area within Waverley exhibits a distinct pattern in its crime profile, with property crimes (6 incidents) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (4 incidents). The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 26.7% of the total, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.0%) and bicycle theft (13.3%). This balance between property and violent crime suggests a combination of local factors, such as the area’s character as a commuter suburb with limited nightlife and a focus on residential stability. Seasonal context plays a role in shaping these patterns; August, being a peak holiday month, may see increased tourism and empty homes, which could contribute to a slight uptick in burglary risk. However, the data shows no such increase in burglary-specific crimes, with the category remaining at 0.2 per 1,000—38% below the UK average. Bicycle theft, by contrast, stands out as an anomaly, being 344% above the UK rate. This discrepancy may reflect local infrastructure, such as the presence of cycling routes or commuter activity, which could drive demand for bicycles in the area. The overall crime rate’s proximity to the UK average’s lower end, combined with the specific rise in bicycle theft, highlights the importance of tailoring crime prevention strategies to the unique needs of Milford and Witley. While the low overall rate indicates a generally safe environment, the concentration of certain crime types—particularly those tied to transport—underscores the need for targeted interventions to address emerging trends.

August 2024 saw a 66.7% decrease in violent and sexual offences, dropping from 12 incidents in July to 4. This reduction may partly explain the overall crime rate’s decline, though the balance between property and violent crime remains skewed—property crimes accounted for 6 of 15 total incidents. Bicycle theft, which rose by 100% from one to two incidents, was 344% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, a stark contrast to other categories like anti-social behaviour, which were 58% below the UK rate. Other crime and public order offences also increased by 100%, though these remain single-incident categories. The dominance of property crime over violent crime in this month highlights a shift in risk profiles, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic or unoccupied homes during the summer holiday period. Residents may find the 344% discrepancy in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, suggesting targeted awareness or security measures could be relevant for cyclists in the area.

Milford and Witley’s crime rate in August 2024 (2.7 per 1,000 residents) represents a 31.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of August, a peak holiday month when tourism and local activity may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime statistics show an average of roughly zero crimes per day over the 31-day period, highlighting the area’s overall low-level crime environment. On a monthly scale, one reported crime occurred for every 367 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk for individuals living or working in the area. When compared to the UK average, the rate remains significantly lower, reflecting a broader trend in this built-up area’s safety profile. The population context further underscores that, despite the 15 total crimes recorded, the scale of these incidents is proportionally minimal given Milford and Witley’s population of 5,501. This suggests that community-specific factors—such as local policing, infrastructure, or demographics—play a critical role in maintaining this low crime environment, even during periods of seasonal flux.