Welham Green Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Welham Green’s crime rate in September 2024 remained well below the UK average, with 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents—a figure 44.2% lower than the national average of 7.7. The area’s crime profile was shaped by a combination of seasonal dynamics and local characteristics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 25% of all crimes, a rate 58% below the UK average, likely influenced by the area’s relatively low population density and the absence of high-risk environments such as nightlife hubs. 'Other crime' emerged as the second most common category, contributing 20.8% of total incidents, though its elevated rate (429% above the UK average) suggests potential gaps in classification or underreporting. Anti-social behaviour, at 16.7% of total crimes, also fell significantly below the UK average, possibly reflecting strong community engagement and local policing efforts. The month’s seasonal context—back-to-school activity and the transition to shorter evenings—may have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic contributing to higher rates of bicycle theft and criminal damage. However, the overall stability in crime rates, despite these fluctuations, indicates that Welham Green’s built-up area within Welwyn Hatfield maintains a generally safe environment, though targeted attention to 'Other crime' and bicycle theft may be warranted as part of future strategies.

September 2024 marked a dramatic shift in specific crime categories, with 'Other crime' surging by 100% from zero to five incidents—a stark departure from previous months. This category, which includes unclassified or low-priority offences, now constitutes 20.8% of total crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average by 429%. Parallel increases were noted in 'Criminal damage and arson' (100%) and 'Bicycle theft' (100%), though the latter remains an outlier in the UK context, where its rate is 122% above the national average. Conversely, 'Other theft' fell by 75%, dropping from four to one incident, a decline that may reflect heightened awareness or seasonal factors. The sharp rise in 'Other crime' contrasts with a 63.6% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 11 to four incidents. These fluctuations underscore the volatility of specific offence types and the need for targeted interventions. A resident might find the 100% increase in 'Other crime' particularly concerning, given its disproportionate impact on the local crime profile.

Welham Green's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 7.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.7. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed over the past year, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 231 residents highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in Welham Green. This statistic is particularly notable in a built-up area within Welwyn Hatfield, where community cohesion and local policing efforts may contribute to the subdued crime levels. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that the area’s safety is maintained through a combination of demographic factors and effective local crime prevention strategies.