Weybourne (Waverley) Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominated Weybourne (Waverley)’s crime profile in May 2023, accounting for 31.8% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes disturbances and disorderly conduct, was 10% below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000 residents. Violence and sexual offences followed closely, making up 27.3% of crimes and remaining 64% below the UK average. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents — 52.5% below the UK’s 8.0 — underscores its relatively low-risk environment. Seasonal factors likely played a role: May’s longer evenings and bank holidays may have encouraged more socialising in public spaces, contributing to anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the absence of significant spikes in property crimes, such as burglary or vehicle crime, suggests that Weybourne’s compact, low-density built-up area may limit opportunities for such offences. The low rate of violent crimes, despite the area’s small population, aligns with its character as a quiet, commuter-oriented or rural-influenced community where social cohesion may mitigate conflict. These patterns are consistent with areas where community policing and informal social controls are strong, though the slight increase in 'other theft' and 'possession of weapons' indicates the need for targeted awareness.

May 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, including a 100% increase in 'other theft' and 'possession of weapons' — both rising from zero to one incident. Conversely, 'criminal damage and arson' fell by 50%, from four to two cases, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity. Violent crimes also declined by 29.4%, from 17 to 12, though this category remains 64% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the most frequent category at 31.8% of total crimes, was 10% below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. These fluctuations suggest that community dynamics and environmental factors, such as May’s longer evenings, may influence local crime trends. For residents, the absence of violent crimes above the UK average offers reassurance, even as small increases in specific categories warrant attention.

Weybourne (Waverley) saw a 9.9% increase in its crime rate from 3.4 per 1,000 in April 2023 to 3.8 per 1,000 in May 2023. This rise, though modest, aligns with the area’s seasonal rhythm: May’s longer evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased socialising in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in May, a figure that may appear low but reflects the small population of 11,678. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 265 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure rate is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the likelihood of encountering crime in a given timeframe. While the rate remains significantly below the UK average, the increase highlights the need for continued vigilance during peak social periods.