Wealden Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wealden’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s consistently lower crime profile compared to national standards, a trend likely influenced by its mixed rural-urban character and relatively low population density. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (30.5% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.7%). These figures align with patterns seen in similar commuter and suburban areas, where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are common but often mitigated by community engagement and local policing. Seasonal factors in May—such as bank holidays, extended daylight, and increased outdoor socialising—may have contributed to a slight uptick in public order offences, though the overall rate remains well below UK levels. Violent crime, while the largest single category, is still 51% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or lower risk factors such as fewer densely populated urban zones. Anti-social behaviour, another major category, is 38% below the UK average, potentially reflecting strong community cohesion or proactive enforcement in Wealden. These data points illustrate a crime profile shaped by both geographic and seasonal influences, with residents benefiting from a safer environment compared to the national average.

May 2024 saw a 45.7% increase in public order offences, jumping from 46 to 67 incidents. This surge aligns with May’s seasonal context of longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which may contribute to heightened public disorder. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 36.6%, from 41 to 26 incidents, suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities in residential areas. Vehicle crime also rose by 36.7%, linked to increased foot traffic in retail zones or car parks. Violent crime remains 51% below the UK average, with 228 incidents reported—equivalent to 1.4 per 1,000 residents. This disparity may reflect Wealden’s lower population density and community-focused policing strategies. Residents may find the 36.7% rise in vehicle crime particularly relevant, especially in areas with high commuter traffic or retail presence.

Wealden’s crime rate in May 2024 rose by 8.2% compared to April’s 4.1 per 1,000 residents, reaching 4.5 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, suggests a slight upward trend in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 24 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 223 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low density of crime compared to the UK average. The population context further illustrates that Wealden’s crime profile remains significantly lower than national benchmarks, with violent crime rates 51% below the UK average. This contrast underscores the area’s unique characteristics, possibly influenced by its rural-urban mix and lower population density, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the upward movement in May warrants attention, particularly as seasonal factors like longer evenings and increased socialising could temporarily elevate public order and anti-social behaviour incidents.