Wrecclesham Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Wrecclesham, the crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 in April 2024 translates to a daily risk that is exceptionally low compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, 59.7% below the national benchmark, suggests that the built-up area within Waverley maintains a safety profile that diverges from broader trends. The crime rate, while showing a 78.4% increase from March, remains within historical norms for the area, which has consistently reported low levels of criminal activity. Seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday and the onset of spring may have influenced the types of crimes recorded, with public order offences and anti-social behaviour rising sharply. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences, though the largest single category (24% of total incidents), remain 73% below the UK average. This is a stark contrast to the category of other crime, which exceeded the UK average by 25%, though the absolute number of two incidents is negligible. The area’s retail environment appears to be relatively secure, as shoplifting incidents (0.5 per 1,000) were 25% below the UK average. The low crime rate is consistent with the characteristics of a built-up area that is not densely populated but has a well-defined infrastructure, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The monthly data also highlights the importance of seasonal context in shaping crime patterns, with public spaces and community interactions likely playing a role in the fluctuations observed. While the increase in anti-social behaviour raises questions about community dynamics, the overall crime profile remains one of the lowest in the country. The combination of geographical factors, population density, and seasonal rhythms appears to create an environment where crime is both rare and manageable.

April 2024 saw sharp increases in public order offences, anti-social behaviour, and other theft, each rising by 100% compared to March. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may be linked to the Easter holiday period and increased foot traffic in public spaces during spring. Anti-social behaviour, now accounting for 16% of all reported crimes, has become a more prominent concern for residents. In contrast, violence and sexual offences fell by 14.3%, from seven to six incidents, suggesting a possible reduction in incidents or improved reporting mechanisms. The category of other crime was the only one exceeding the UK average, with a 25% deviation. Shoplifting, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, was 25% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s retail environment and limited opportunities for theft. For residents, the most immediate concern remains anti-social behaviour, which has doubled in a single month, indicating a need for local interventions or increased community engagement. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with property crimes making up 48% of the total, compared to 24% for violent crimes.

Wrecclesham’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that translates to a daily average of one reported crime per day across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, this equates to one crime occurring for roughly every 328 residents, a statistic that underscores the rarity of incidents in a community of 8,193 people. When scaled to the local population, fewer than three crimes occurred for every 1,000 residents, a context that illustrates the low baseline risk for residents. The rate. higher than the previous month’s 1.7 per 1,000, remains 59.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This contrast highlights the area’s consistent safety profile relative to national trends. The built-up nature of the area, combined with its relatively low population density, likely contributes to the sparse crime distribution. Seasonal factors such as the Easter period and increased outdoor activity during spring may have influenced specific categories like public order offences. The monthly exposure metric—1 crime per 328 residents—provides a tangible measure of risk that residents can contextualise within their daily routines.