Weybourne Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Weybourne (Waverley) maintained a remarkably low crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents in January 2025, a figure that places it 71.8% below the UK average of 7.1. This statistic, while seemingly straightforward, reflects a combination of geographic and demographic factors that shape the area’s crime profile. As a built-up area within Waverley, Weybourne likely benefits from the broader rural context, where lower population density and limited commercial activity reduce opportunities for certain crimes. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 39.1% of all reported crimes (9 incidents), followed by other theft (13.0%) and criminal damage and arson (13.0%). These figures align with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday month characterised by reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which may limit opportunities for shoplifting and other outdoor crimes. The low crime rate also suggests that local infrastructure—such as community policing initiatives or strong social cohesion—may contribute to the area’s safety. However, the inclusion of 'other crime' (2 incidents) at a rate 11% above the UK average hints at potential vulnerabilities, linked to digital crime or less visible forms of misconduct. While the overall rate remains exceptionally low, the shift in crime types from property-related offences to more abstract categories may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

January 2025 saw a marked decline in violent crimes, with a 57.1% reduction from 21 to 9 incidents. This drop, though significant, contrasts with a 100% increase in 'other crime', which rose from 0 to 2 cases. The category of 'other theft' also saw a 50% rise, moving from 2 to 3 incidents. These shifts suggest a reallocation of criminal activity, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as post-holiday economic pressures or changes in community engagement. Violence and sexual offences in Weybourne remain 68% below the UK average (2.5 per 1,000), a disparity that likely reflects the area’s rural character and lower population density. Meanwhile, 'other crime'—a category that includes fraud and cybercrime—now exceeds the UK average by 11%, indicating a potential need for targeted awareness campaigns. Residents may find the sharp drop in anti-social behaviour (from 7 to 1 incident) particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a possible improvement in local community cohesion or increased policing effectiveness.

Weybourne (Waverley) recorded 23 crimes in January 2025, a 47.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This drop aligns with seasonal patterns typical of January, when reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On average, one crime occurred per day during the month, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s consistently low crime profile. When scaled to the population of 11,678, this equates to one reported crime for every 508 residents over the course of January. This monthly exposure rate underscores the rarity of crime in the area, though it does not account for variations in daily patterns. The decline in violent crimes, which fell by 57.1% from 21 to 9, contrasts with the 100% rise in 'other crime'—a category that may include less frequent but impactful incidents. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime trends even in low-rate areas, where small changes can carry disproportionate significance for residents.