Lower Willingdon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lower Willingdon’s crime rate in April 2025 remained lower than the UK average, standing at 4.3 per 1,000 residents—44.2% below the national figure of 7.7. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.5% of all incidents (16 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.2%, 8 cases). This distribution highlights a persistent emphasis on interpersonal crime, which may be influenced by the area’s built-up character and seasonal dynamics. The springtime context of April, with Easter celebrations and increased outdoor activity, likely contributed to patterns observed in violent crimes. Conversely, property-related crimes were less frequent, with burglary and shoplifting each contributing 9.1% of total incidents. The shoplifting rate of 0.4 per 1,000 was 39% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or retail-specific factors. Anti-social behaviour, though still the second-most common category, was 17% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area’s smaller, more cohesive community structure. These trends, when considered alongside the broader seasonal context, indicate a combination of local conditions and national crime profiles, with Lower Willingdon continuing to demonstrate resilience in maintaining a low crime environment.

April 2025 saw significant reductions in public order offences, other theft, and shoplifting, with each category declining by 80%, 80%, and 40% respectively compared to March. These decreases may be linked to heightened community engagement during Easter or changes in local activity patterns. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences rose by 60% to 16 incidents, the highest category in the month, though this rate remains 20% below the UK average. Burglary also increased by 50%, but its rate of 0.4 per 1,000 is still lower than the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. The shift in crime mix, with violent offences now accounting for 48.5% of total crimes, contrasts with the previous month’s focus on anti-social behaviour (24.2%). Residents may find the sharp drop in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests potential improvements in retail security or community policing efforts.

Lower Willingdon’s crime rate in April 2025 fell to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 17.5% drop from the previous month’s rate of 5.3. This decline aligns with the area’s historical seasonal trends, where spring weather and Easter-related activity may temporarily reduce certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded one reported crime per day in April, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 231 residents, highlighting the sparse distribution of incidents in a population of 7,611. This monthly exposure figure underscores that most residents are unlikely to experience crime firsthand, though the drop in public order and theft crimes suggests a broader shift in local patterns. The contrast with the UK average—where daily crime rates are significantly higher—further illustrates the unique character of Lower Willingdon as a low-crime built-up area within Wealden.