Rural Waverley Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rural Waverley's crime profile in July 2025 remained exceptionally low compared to the UK average, with a crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents—59.3% below the national average of 8.6. The most significant finding was the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour, which more than doubled from 5 to 10 incidents, marking the most notable shift in crime patterns for the month. This category now accounts for 24.4% of all reported crimes, despite still being 42% below the UK average. The area's overall safety is underscored by the fact that violent crime remained 64% below the UK average at 1.1 per 1,000, a figure likely influenced by the area's low population density and limited nightlife. Seasonal factors may have contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour, as the summer months typically bring increased foot traffic, festivals, and outdoor events, which can temporarily elevate such incidents. Other crime categories, such as vehicle crime and burglary, also saw increases, though both remained below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of seasonal activity and local conditions, with the area's generally low crime environment persisting despite these fluctuations. The absence of major spikes in property crime or sexual offences further reinforces the notion that Rural Waverley remains a relatively safe place to live, even as temporary factors influence crime patterns during the summer.

July 2025 marked a significant surge in anti-social behaviour, which more than doubled compared to June, accounting for 24.4% of all reported crimes. This spike, though still 42% below the UK average, suggests a localized factor influencing behaviour during the summer months. Concurrently, vehicle crime and other crime categories also saw 100% increases, potentially linked to heightened activity around festivals or events. In contrast, shoplifting and public order offences declined sharply—shoplifting halved to one incident, and public order offences dropped by two-thirds. Violent crime remained low at 1.1 per 1,000, 64% below the UK average, a statistic consistent with the area's sparse population and limited nightlife. Vehicle crime, however, rose to 0.4 per 1,000, slightly above the UK average, possibly reflecting increased summer travel or temporary vehicle storage near event sites.

Rural Waverley's crime rate in July 2025 rose 7.9% from 3.3 to 3.5 per 1,000 residents compared to June, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's overall position as one of the safest in the UK, where the rate is 59.3% below the national average. Daily crime statistics show one reported crime per day on average, a figure that, while low, may signal seasonal shifts in activity patterns. Over the course of July, 1 in every 283 residents experienced a reported crime—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's generally low crime profile. This statistic, when contextualised with the population of 11,588, highlights the rarity of crime in Rural Waverley compared to UK averages. The slight increase in crime rate may be attributed to factors such as increased foot traffic during summer festivals or the temporary nature of seasonal events.