Lower Willingdon Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Lower Willingdon, 2.6 crimes were reported in June 2023, a rate that is 69.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to a daily risk of approximately 1 crime per 7,611 residents, a figure that may seem abstract until contextualised by the nature of the incidents. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (45% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (35%). These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and disruptive public conduct are more significant contributors to the local crime profile than property-related offences. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer days—may have influenced patterns, as increased social activity in built-up areas often correlates with higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident: even with the 45% share of violent crimes, the rate of such incidents (1.2 per 1,000) is 59% below the UK average. This disparity could be attributed to factors such as local community cohesion, policing efficacy, or the absence of high-risk environments like dense nightlife areas. The low rate of property crimes (3 total, or 15% of incidents) further reinforces the idea that Lower Willingdon’s built-up character may not align with typical urban crime hotspots. Instead, the area’s crime profile appears shaped by socio-economic and demographic factors unique to its context, though these remain to be fully explored.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 600% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 1 to 7 incidents. This surge, while significant, remains 39% below the UK average for the same category. Other notable changes include a 100% increase in both other theft and possession of weapons, with the latter surpassing the UK average by 25%. These shifts reflect a combination of local dynamics. The crime mix also showed a notable imbalance: violent crimes (9) accounted for 45% of total incidents, compared to property crimes (3), which made up only 15%. This 30% disparity may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as increased social activity during summer. For residents, the 600% jump in anti-social behaviour is a concrete data point that could inform community initiatives or police resource allocation. Despite these changes, the overall rate remains 69.4% below the UK average, underscoring the area’s relative safety.

In June 2023, Lower Willingdon’s crime rate rose to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 66.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.6. This places the area’s monthly exposure at 1 reported crime for roughly every 381 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk on a personal scale. Daily crime counts averaged 1 incident per day, a statistic that may help residents gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily routines. When compared to the UK average, Lower Willingdon remains significantly safer, with its overall rate 69.4% below the national level. The population-scaled perspective reinforces this safety: for every 1,000 residents in Lower Willingdon, there are 2.6 crimes, compared to 8.5 in the UK as a whole. This stark contrast suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or socio-economic conditions—play a role in maintaining lower crime levels. However, the 66.5% month-on-month rise indicates a shift that warrants attention, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour, which saw a 600% increase. These fluctuations highlight the need for ongoing analysis to understand whether this is a temporary trend or part of a broader pattern.