Lower Willingdon Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Lower Willingdon, 4.7 crimes were recorded in June 2025—a figure that is 42% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area firmly in the lower tier of crime rates for built-up regions across England and Wales. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.4% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (22.2%) and public order offences (11.1%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of June, the start of summer, when increased foot traffic in local areas may contribute to higher rates of violent and public order crimes. However, Lower Willingdon’s overall safety is evident in its sharp contrast to the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which were 79% and 83% below the national rates, respectively. The area’s crime profile also reflects the influence of its built-up character: while shoplifting and violence dominate, the absence of major rural or industrial features means property crimes like burglary remain relatively low. This suggests a community profile that may include a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with local amenities and services contributing to both the vibrancy of the area and the types of crime that occur. The seasonal shift from May to June, with longer days and the beginning of tourist activity in nearby coastal regions, may also play a role in shaping crime patterns, though the exact mechanisms remain to be explored.

June 2025 marked significant shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime and other theft both rising by 100% compared to May. This increase, from zero to one incident for each category, suggests a sudden emergence of these offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 77.8% (from nine to two incidents), and violence and sexual offences fell by 27.3% (from 22 to 16). These decreases align with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which were 27% below the national rate. Shoplifting in Lower Willingdon was 75% above the UK average, despite representing only 22.2% of total crimes. This anomaly may reflect local factors such as the presence of retail hubs or specific vulnerabilities in local businesses. For residents, the sharp drop in anti-social behaviour offers a tangible reassurance of improved public safety during the summer months.

June 2025 saw a 28.0% decrease in Lower Willingdon’s crime rate, falling from 6.6 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the UK, with crime rates 42% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day—a figure that, while seemingly high in absolute terms, translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 211 residents. This suggests that for most residents, the likelihood of experiencing a crime remains low, particularly when compared to larger urban centres where crime rates are significantly higher. The population of 7,611 further contextualises these figures, as the per-capita rate highlights a manageable risk level for local communities. The drop in crime may partly reflect seasonal patterns, with longer daylight hours and increased tourism potentially deterring certain types of criminal activity, though this remains speculative without further data.