Rural Waverley Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

July 2024 marked an unexpected spike in 'other theft' crimes in Rural Waverley, a built-up area within Waverley, with a total of 52 crimes reported across the month. At 4.5 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate remains 46.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent trend of lower-than-average criminal activity. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences (18 incidents, 34.6% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (10 incidents, 19.2%) and burglary (9 incidents, 17.3%). This mix of violent and property crimes reflects the area's dual role as a rural hub with some urban characteristics, where community interactions and seasonal events may influence crime patterns. July's peak summer conditions—schools out, tourism high, and festivals occurring—likely contribute to increased foot traffic and opportunities for certain crimes. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.2 per 1,000) suggest that the area's rural nature and lower population density may deter some types of criminal activity. However, the sharp rise in 'other theft' and burglary points to potential vulnerabilities, linked to increased transient populations or unsecured properties during the summer months. These findings underscore the importance of balancing local crime prevention strategies with the unique challenges of a rural built-up area.

The most striking movement in July 2024 was the 250% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This sharp jump, though not reflected in the UK average for this category (0.6 per 1,000), suggests a localised shift in criminal activity. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 200%, with 3 reported incidents compared to 1 in June. Burglary also rose sharply by 125%, reaching 9 incidents, which is 158% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 60%, and public order offences dropped by 50%, indicating potential seasonal patterns. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with property crimes (21) now making up 40% of total incidents compared to 34% for violent crimes (18). This shift may partly reflect increased outdoor activity during the summer months. For residents, the 250% rise in 'other theft' is a concrete data point that could inform personal security measures.

Rural Waverley's crime rate in July 2024 rose 24.0% from the previous month, increasing from 3.6 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though still well below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, highlights a shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 223 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. Daily crime context shows that 2 crimes occurred on average each day in July, a figure that may reflect seasonal activity patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even small fluctuations in crime numbers can translate to meaningful changes for residents. While the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the increase in specific crime categories warrants closer examination of local factors. The contrast between Rural Waverley's relatively low crime levels and the UK average underscores the area's unique characteristics, which may include lower population density or community-driven prevention efforts.