Rural Waverley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Rural Waverley’s crime profile in February 2026, accounting for 42.5% of all reported crimes. At 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate was 45.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. This anomaly may reflect the area’s rural character, where limited public spaces and lower population density could reduce opportunities for certain crimes while leaving others—like interpersonal violence—more concentrated. The most common category, violence and sexual offences (17 cases), was 35% below the UK average for this category, suggesting local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may be influencing outcomes. Anti-social behaviour followed with 6 cases (15.0% of total crimes), also significantly below the UK rate. The seasonal context of February—a pre-spring lull with low outdoor activity—may have contributed to the lower volume of property crimes, which made up only 27.5% of total incidents. However, the area’s crime picture remains complex: while most categories were below the UK average, 'other crime' (2 cases) was 33% above the national rate, hinting at unexplained patterns that require further scrutiny. These figures underscore the need for tailored analysis of local conditions rather than broad generalisations.

February 2026 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories. Anti-social behaviour surged by 200% (2 to 6 cases), while other theft rose 150% (2 to 5 cases), both reflecting potential shifts in community dynamics or unmet needs. Conversely, burglary fell 85.7% (7 to 1 case), possibly linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity limiting opportunities for break-ins. Theft from the person, which had not occurred in the previous month, rose 100% to 1 case, a small but notable spike. The 'other crime' category, though minor in overall volume (2 cases), was 33% above the UK average, suggesting localised issues that may require targeted intervention. The property-to-violent crime balance shifted slightly, with property crimes making up 27.5% of total incidents compared to 42.5% for violent crimes—a reversal of the previous month’s trend. Residents may find the daily crime count (1 crime per day) a useful benchmark for understanding local risk levels, though this remains well below the UK average. These changes highlight the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging patterns, particularly in categories like 'other crime' where localised factors may be at play.

Rural Waverley’s crime rate in February 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents) marked a 42.6% increase from the previous month’s 2.4 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. This rise, though still significantly below the UK average, underscores the area’s vulnerability to seasonal fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day over the 28-day month, a figure that, while low, could signal emerging patterns when contextualised against historical data. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for every 290 residents—a rate that, while modest, translates to a 1-in-290 chance of being directly affected by crime. This figure is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible sense of risk within the community. The population context further highlights the area’s relatively low crime burden: with 11,588 residents, the 40 total crimes recorded represent a manageable volume compared to larger urban centres. However, the 42.6% month-on-month increase suggests that local conditions—such as weather changes or event-related activity—may be influencing crime dynamics. These comparisons reinforce the importance of monitoring both absolute numbers and their relative context to fully understand the area’s crime profile.