Weybourne (Waverley) Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

December 2023 presented a complex picture for Weybourne (Waverley), with the most unexpected trend being a 300% surge in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to four incidents. This anomaly stands in contrast to the area’s overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents, which remains 47.2% below the UK average of 7.2. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark shift in priorities, with violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) making up 45.5% of total reported crimes—nearly double the share of property crimes (9 incidents). This shift aligns with the seasonal context of December, a time marked by dark evenings, empty homes over holidays, and heightened social activity, which may partly explain the rise in violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) followed, though both categories remain significantly below UK averages. The area’s relatively low crime profile, despite the December surge, is consistent with its character as a built-up area within Waverley, where community cohesion and low population density likely contribute to a safer environment. However, the unexpected increase in criminal damage and arson raises questions about localized factors, such as holiday-related disruptions or specific incidents that may have gone unreported in previous months. The overall crime rate, while stable in the long term, shows a marked month-on-month increase, reflecting the volatility of seasonal crime patterns in small communities.

December 2023 witnessed a 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to four incidents—a sharp jump that defied seasonal expectations. This spike, coupled with a 200% rise in other theft and a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, contrasts with a 60% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from five to two. The shift in crime mix is striking: violent crimes (20 incidents) now account for 45.5% of total reported crimes, compared to property crimes (9 incidents) at 20.5%. This marks a notable departure from previous months, with violence and sexual offences surpassing anti-social behaviour as the most frequent category. Violent crime rates in Weybourne (Waverley) are 35% below the UK average, but the surge in criminal damage and arson—now 46% below the UK average—suggests localized factors may be at play. For residents, the 300% rise in criminal damage and arson is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance during the holiday season.

December 2023 marked a 63.2% increase in Weybourne’s (Waverley) crime rate compared to November, rising from 2.3 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while still well below the UK average, reflects a notable uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the month, a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of consistent local vigilance. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 265 residents highlights the relatively low risk faced by residents. month-on-month increase suggests a need for continued monitoring. This context is further shaped by the area’s population of 11,678, where even small changes in crime numbers can translate to noticeable trends when scaled to individual risk. The comparison to the UK average, which remains 47.2% lower, reinforces the area’s status as a relatively safe place, but the recent rise in specific crime types demands closer attention to localized factors.