Lower Willingdon Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Lower Willingdon recorded a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 52.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 254 residents over the course of the month, a figure that may feel abstract but reflects the area's relatively low crime profile. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.7% of all reports, followed by anti-social behaviour at 26.7% and criminal damage at 10%. These patterns align with the area's character as a semi-rural built-up zone within Wealden, where community dynamics and limited commercial density may contribute to lower violent crime rates compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as June marks the start of summer and longer daylight hours, which can increase social interactions in public spaces. While anti-social behaviour and violence remain concerns, their rates are significantly below UK averages — 46% and 21% lower, respectively — suggesting effective local measures or demographic factors that mitigate escalation. The absence of major commercial hubs or high-density residential areas may also explain the low prevalence of vehicle crime and burglary, which are 33% and 67% below UK averages. However, the rise in 'other crime' — 87% above the UK average — indicates an emerging trend warranting closer attention, particularly as the summer season progresses.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour and 'other crime' both doubling compared to May, while public order offences halved. The increase in anti-social behaviour — now 8 per 1,000 residents — may reflect heightened social activity during summer months, a pattern consistent with areas experiencing seasonal tourism or community events. 'Other crime' rose from zero to two reports, a 100% increase, though this category's exact nature remains unspecified in the data. This category's rate of 0.3 per 1,000 residents is 87% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, suggesting a potential localised issue requiring further analysis. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 50%, from two to one report, linked to reduced incidents during warmer weather or changes in policing priorities. The violent crime rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents — 46% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 — highlights a contrast with national trends, influenced by Lower Willingdon's demographic profile or community cohesion. Residents may find the breakdown of 36.7% violence and sexual offences useful for understanding local risks, though this category's rate remains below the UK average, indicating a relatively safe environment for personal safety.

June's crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents represents a 42.8% increase from May's 2.8 per 1,000, a shift that, while significant, still leaves Lower Willingdon well below the UK average. This monthly rise translates to a daily crime count of approximately one incident per day — a figure that, while not negligible, is far lower than the UK's average of roughly two crimes per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 254 residents, a rate that, when compared to the UK's average of one crime per 123 residents, underscores the area's comparatively low exposure to crime. The population context is crucial: with 7,611 residents, Lower Willingdon's small size likely contributes to both the visibility of individual incidents and the potential for community-driven crime prevention efforts. While the increase from May may prompt concern, the absolute numbers remain modest, and the area's overall crime rate remains 52.4% below the UK average. This contrast is particularly stark when considering that 87% of 'other crime' reports in June exceeded the UK average, yet the broader profile still shows resilience against crime trends typically seen in larger urban areas. The combination of a rising rate and a still-low absolute level suggests that while local factors may be influencing crime patterns, the area's overall safety remains intact.