Rural Waverley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 11,588 residents, Rural Waverley recorded 42 crimes in June 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 people—56.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This low rate reflects a generally quiet area, though seasonal factors may have influenced patterns. Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) accounted for 35.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (7 cases) and criminal damage and arson (5 cases). The data aligns with the area's rural character, where low population density and limited urban infrastructure typically correlate with reduced crime opportunities. However, the prominence of violent crime—despite being 53% below the UK average—suggests local social dynamics may contribute to such incidents, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The start of summer in June may have brought more visitors to nearby rural attractions, increasing interactions that could lead to conflicts or public order issues. Conversely, the low property crime rate (12 incidents, or 28.6% of total crimes) indicates that burglary and vehicle theft remain rare, consistent with the area's sparse housing and limited commercial activity. The seasonal context also raises questions about how tourism trends in surrounding regions might influence crime patterns, though the data does not provide direct evidence of this connection. Overall, the crime profile underscores the area's relative safety compared to national averages, though targeted interventions could address the persistent presence of violent offences.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with possession of weapons and criminal damage and arson both doubling from zero to 2 and 5 incidents, respectively. This spike in weapon-related offences, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging local tensions or unreported incidents. Burglary rates fell by 55.6% compared to the previous month, dropping from 9 to 4 cases—a decline consistent with the generally low property crime rate in the area. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 12.5%, though it remains a significant portion of the crime mix. The category of 'other crime' increased by 100%, from 1 to 2 incidents, raising questions about unclassified or underreported activities. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, but their rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 53% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or lower social risk factors. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (1 incident) was 78% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's low exposure to transport-related offences. For residents, the sharp drop in burglary is a tangible benefit, though the rise in weapon possession may warrant local awareness campaigns.

The crime rate in June 2024 (3.6 per 1,000 residents) marked a 6.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.9 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable improvement in public safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day, a figure that places it among the lowest in the UK for similar-sized communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 276 residents—a statistic that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national averages. With a population of 11,588, the low monthly exposure rate suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly, though the presence of violent offences may still impact local communities. The comparison to the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies, particularly in reducing property crime and public order issues. However, the persistence of violent crime—despite being below the national average—remains a challenge that could benefit from targeted interventions. For context, the UK's average crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents means that Rural Waverley's residents face significantly lower risks, though the area's unique characteristics likely play a role in this disparity.