Rural Waverley Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Rural Waverley's crime profile in December 2023, accounting for 31.4% of all reported incidents. This category, which saw 16 cases, remained 47% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a figure that contrasts sharply with the area's overall crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000—38.9% below the national average of 7.2. The built-up nature of Rural Waverley, combined with its rural character, likely contributes to this divergence, as the area's lower population density and community-focused environment may reduce opportunities for violent crime. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, with 11 incidents, though this rate was 8% above the UK average, possibly reflecting localized tensions during the festive season. Burglary emerged as a significant concern, with nine cases recorded—a 129% increase over the UK average for this category. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the increased presence of empty homes during the holiday period, which could create vulnerabilities for opportunistic offenders. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a marked increase from November, suggesting that the winter months and associated patterns of activity, such as reduced visibility and higher levels of alcohol consumption in social settings, may contribute to the observed trends. The contrast between the area's performance in violent crime and property crime categories illustrates the complex dynamics shaping Rural Waverley's crime picture, where demographic and geographic factors play a pivotal role in determining crime patterns.

December 2023 brought stark shifts in Rural Waverley's crime profile, with burglary incidents surging by 200% to nine cases—a figure 129% above the UK average for this category. This spike contrasts with a 50% decline in vehicle crime, which fell from two to one incident, reflecting potential seasonal patterns linked to holiday travel and reduced vehicle usage. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 31.4% of all crimes, yet this rate stood 47% below the UK average, highlighting a notable divergence from national trends. Anti-social behaviour, while not reaching the same extremes, rose 8% above the UK average, suggesting localized pressures that may be tied to the festive season's social dynamics. The doubling of public order offences to three cases also indicates heightened scrutiny during the holiday period, though these remain below the UK average by 38%. These variations underscore the combination of local conditions and national crime trends in shaping Rural Waverley's monthly statistics.

Rural Waverley's December 2023 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 54.4% increase from November's 2.9 per 1,000. This rise is most pronounced in burglary, which surged by 200% from three to nine incidents, and public order offences, which doubled to three cases. Despite this upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with a crime rate 38.9% below the national figure. Daily crime statistics show two reported incidents per day in December, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in this built-up rural area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 227 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 11,588, the scale of crime remains manageable, though the increase in certain categories warrants attention. The contrast with the UK average highlights the unique characteristics of Rural Waverley, where community cohesion and rural isolation may contribute to lower overall crime rates despite seasonal fluctuations.