Wrecclesham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wrecclesham's crime profile in October 2024 continued to reflect a markedly lower rate than the UK average, with a total crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents—74.1% below the national figure of 8.1 per 1,000. The most prevalent categories were violence and sexual offences (29.4% of total crimes), public order (23.5%), and other theft (17.7%), each of which remained significantly below UK averages. Seasonal factors, including the transition to darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, likely contributed to shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences, while the most common category, were 78% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of effective local policing and the area's character as a relatively low-density built-up zone. Public order offences, though rising sharply month-on-month, were still 11% below the UK average, possibly influenced by increased community events or changes in policing focus during the autumn season. Other theft, which saw a 100% increase, may be linked to seasonal shopping or temporary changes in local activity. The area's built-up nature within Waverley, likely with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, may explain the balance between property and violent crime, though further data would be needed to confirm this. These figures highlight a persistent trend of low crime incidence in Wrecclesham, even as specific categories fluctuate in response to local and seasonal factors.

October 2024 marked a sharp increase in several crime categories, with other theft, public order, and other crime each rising by 100% compared to September. These jumps, from zero to three incidents in other theft and public order, reflect sudden shifts in local crime dynamics. While the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, the surge in these categories warrants attention. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category at 29.4% of total crimes, were 78% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000). Public order offences, which rose to 23.5% of total crimes, were also 11% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, decreased by 33.3%, falling from three to two incidents. This contrast between rising and falling categories suggests a combination of factors, possibly linked to seasonal changes such as darker evenings and Halloween events, which may have influenced public space activity and policing priorities.

Wrecclesham's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 88.2% compared to the previous month, increasing from 1.1 to 2.1 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though still far below the UK average, reflects a notable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 482 residents, highlighting the relatively low incidence of crime in this built-up area. While the increase may raise questions, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, underscoring the area's continued safety profile. This context is crucial for understanding how local crime patterns align with broader national trends and the specific characteristics of Wrecclesham's population and geography.