Lower Willingdon Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Lower Willingdon’s crime rate in October 2023 stood at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 80% below the UK average of 8.0. This stark contrast with national trends underscores the area’s position as one of the safest in the country. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, each contributing 16.7%. These figures suggest that, despite its low overall rate, the area still experiences a high share of violent crime compared to the UK average, where such offences make up 33.75% of all reported crimes (based on the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 for violence and sexual offences). The seasonal context of October—marked by the clocks going back, darker evenings, and the approach of Halloween—may have played a role in shaping these patterns. For example, the increase in shoplifting could be linked to the festive season, though the small number of incidents (just two) suggests that such activity remains rare. Similarly, the drop in violence and sexual offences may be influenced by reduced daylight hours, which could limit opportunities for such crimes. However, these are speculative connections, and a direct causal link. The area’s built-up character within Wealden likely contributes to its low crime rates, with limited public spaces and a small population creating an environment where crime is less likely to occur. This is further reinforced by the fact that property crimes, which typically dominate in larger urban areas, account for only 33.3% of all incidents in Lower Willingdon. The combination of these factors—low population density, limited urban sprawl, and seasonal influences—illustrates a community that, while not entirely free of crime, remains significantly safer than the national average.

October 2023 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with shoplifting increasing by 100% compared to September, rising from one to two incidents. This uptick, though small in absolute terms, may partly reflect Halloween-related activity, though no definitive link can be drawn. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 45.5%, declining from 11 to 6 incidents—a shift that aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter evenings and colder weather may reduce opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 60%, from five to two incidents, suggesting a possible reduction in public disturbances during the month. Lower Willingdon’s violent crime rate of 0.8 per 1,000 residents is 70% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 77% below the national figure. These figures highlight the area’s consistent underperformance relative to the UK in violent and disruptive crime categories, a trend that may be influenced by its relatively small population and limited urban density.

Lower Willingdon’s crime rate in October 2023 dropped by 45.3% compared to the previous month, falling from 2.9 to 1.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline underscores a sustained trend of low crime levels in the area, which remains far below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show that, over the 31 days of October, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day—a figure that highlights the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 634 residents, a ratio that suggests a very low likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. This is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent monthly exposure would be significantly higher. The population context further reinforces this: with 7,611 residents, the small scale of Lower Willingdon likely contributes to its ability to maintain low crime rates through community cohesion and limited public spaces. While no UK-wide daily crime figure exists for comparison, the local data illustrates a neighbourhood where crime is infrequent and manageable.