Rural Waverley Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Rural Waverley, there were 3.5 crimes reported in May 2025 — a rate 56.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a low but tangible risk for residents, with one crime occurring for every 283 people over the course of the month. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its rural character, where property crimes and violent incidents dominate but remain far below national levels. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.3% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (26.8%) and other theft (19.5%). These figures align with patterns seen in similar built-up rural areas, where social interactions in public spaces and limited commercial activity influence crime types. May’s extended evenings and bank holidays may have contributed to higher socialising in open areas, explaining the 29.3% share of violent crimes. However, the overall rate remains exceptionally low, reflecting the area’s sparse population and strong community networks that likely deter more serious incidents. Seasonal factors such as warmer weather and increased outdoor activity may also have influenced anti-social behaviour patterns. The data underscores a consistent trend of low crime in Rural Waverley, with no major spikes or shifts that would suggest a sudden change in local dynamics.

May 2025 saw a sharp 166.7% increase in other theft, rising from 3 to 8 incidents — a category that is 32% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This jump may reflect heightened activity during May’s longer evenings. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50.0% compared to April, aligning with the area’s 83% below UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 31.3%, from 16 to 11 incidents, a decline that could be linked to targeted community initiatives or seasonal changes in public gatherings. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, remain 65% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. The breakdown highlights a shift in crime mix, with property crimes (14) slightly outpacing violent crimes (12). Residents might find the 166.7% rise in other theft particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for vigilance in securing personal items during warmer months. The area’s performance in reducing public order offences — down 40.0% — further reinforces its status as a relatively safe rural built-up area.

The crime rate in Rural Waverley dropped by 12.8% from April’s 4.1 per 1,000 to 3.5 per 1,000 in May 2025, a decline that reflects sustained low-level activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period — a figure that, while low, may be influenced by the area’s small population of 11,588. Monthly exposure calculations show that 1 crime occurred for every 283 residents, a ratio that is significantly lower than the UK average and suggests a strong sense of community policing. When scaled to the population, the 3.5 per 1,000 rate means that the average resident has a 0.35% chance of being directly involved in a crime during the month, a probability that is exceptionally low compared to urban centres. This rate is 56.8% below the UK average, highlighting the area’s effectiveness in maintaining safety despite seasonal factors like longer evenings. The comparison also reveals that while Rural Waverley’s violent crime rate is 65% below the UK average, its property crime rate (14) is proportionally balanced with national trends, indicating no significant divergence in risk profiles. These metrics collectively illustrate a rural area where crime remains a rare occurrence, with no major spikes or shifts that would disrupt the established safety framework.