Wrecclesham Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 8,193 residents, Wrecclesham recorded 30 crimes in May 2024, equating to a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 people — 56.0% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure underscores the area’s comparatively low exposure to crime, a pattern consistent with its character as a built-up area within Waverley, likely influenced by its suburban nature and proximity to larger urban centres. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 63.3% of the total, followed by other theft (13.3%) and public order incidents (6.7%). These proportions reflect a mix of local dynamics, with the dominance of violent offences possibly linked to seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased social activity during May’s bank holidays. The rate for violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000) remains 19% below the UK average, suggesting that while the category has grown sharply, it is still lower than national benchmarks. Other theft and public order offences also fall significantly below UK averages, with the latter two categories at 68–69% below the national rate. This data illustrates a community where property-related crimes are rare, but personal safety concerns — particularly around violence — have risen. The seasonal context of May, with its extended daylight and social events, may likely contribute to the increased incidents of violent crime. Overall, the crime profile of Wrecclesham in May highlights a need for targeted interventions around public safety, while also affirming the area’s broader trend of lower crime rates compared to the UK as a whole.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 216.7% in May, rising from six to 19 incidents. This spike, though stark, still leaves the area’s rate for this category at 2.3 per 1,000 — 19% below the UK average. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped 75%, from four to one incident, marking the largest decrease in any category. Public order and other theft offences both doubled compared to April, suggesting a shift in crime mix toward more immediate, community-focused issues. The sharp rise in violent crimes may partly explain the area’s overall rate increase, even as property-related offences like shoplifting declined. For residents, the most concrete takeaway is that while violence has increased, it remains significantly lower than the UK norm, and targeted efforts to address public order issues could yield measurable results.

In May 2024, Wrecclesham’s crime rate rose 20.0% from the previous month’s 3.1 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains far below the UK average of 8.4. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported every 31 days, a figure that translates to a local context of one crime for every 273 residents over the course of the month. Given Wrecclesham’s population of 8,193, this suggests a relatively low level of exposure to crime compared to both national averages and prior months. The shift in crime mix from April to May shows a marked rise in violent offences, which now dominate the landscape, while anti-social behaviour and shoplifting declined. This contrast with the UK’s broader trends highlights the area’s unique profile, where community dynamics and local initiatives may play a role in shaping these patterns. Residents should note that while the overall rate is still well below the UK average, the rise in violent crimes warrants attention to local safety measures.