Milford and Witley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The month of June 2025 saw a marked shift in crime patterns across Milford and Witley, with violence and sexual offences surging to become the most prevalent category. At 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate remained 1.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a narrow but consistent margin. This built-up area within Waverley, characterised by a mix of residential communities and historic landmarks, typically experiences lower crime rates than larger urban centres. However, the surge in violent crime—doubling from 10 to 20 incidents—contrasts with the usual seasonal trend of reduced crime during summer. While public order offences (8 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) remained significant contributors, their proportions aligned with the area's character as a place where community cohesion often mitigates escalation. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and the onset of increased tourism in nearby coastal areas, may have influenced local dynamics. Longer daylight hours and the gradual return of visitors could have contributed to a shift in crime timing. Shoplifting incidents fell by 75% compared to May, suggesting that the area's retail environment, which is less densely concentrated than in major cities, may have seen fewer opportunities for such crimes during the month.

The most striking change in June 2025 was the doubling of violence and sexual offences, rising from 10 to 20 incidents—a 100% month-on-month increase. This surge, while not uncommon in larger urban areas, is unusual for Milford and Witley, where violent crime typically remains below the UK average. Concurrently, public order offences (8 incidents) were 154% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, highlighting a localised spike in disturbances that may reflect increased social activity during the summer months. Vehicle crime also saw a 100% increase, rising from 0 to 2 incidents, though this remains below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. In contrast, shoplifting fell by 75%, from 4 to 1 incident, a drop that may be attributed to the area's sparse retail infrastructure compared to more commercial hubs. Residents might find the 1.2% UK comparison particularly relevant, as it underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining a crime rate just below the national benchmark despite the surge in violent crime. The breakdown also reveals that anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) was 37% below the UK average, suggesting that community engagement efforts may be contributing to lower levels of disruptive activity.

June 2025 marked a 51.8% increase in the area's crime rate compared to May, rising from 5.3 to 8.0 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while significant, still places Milford and Witley well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day during the month, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the small population of 5,501 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 125 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average in most regions. This statistic, when contextualised against the area's character as a built-up district within Waverley, suggests that local factors such as strong community ties and limited commercial density may contribute to the lower incidence of crime. The 51.8% increase from May, however, indicates a need for closer monitoring, particularly given the doubling of violent crime. While the daily crime count is relatively manageable for a small community, the spike in violent offences could signal underlying pressures that warrant attention from local authorities. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the area's resilience in maintaining a crime rate that remains just below the national benchmark despite the surge in specific categories.