Welham Green Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Welham Green’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.3% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of approximately one crime per day for residents, a figure that, while low, has risen sharply compared to February. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (28.6% of all incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and 'other' offences (14.3%). These figures, though still significantly below national averages, reveal a mixed picture: violence and sexual offences are 60% below the UK rate, while 'other' crime is 163% above. March, a transitional month into spring, may have influenced these patterns, with lengthening evenings potentially affecting outdoor activity and community interactions. The area’s relatively low crime rate—despite the recent surge—suggests a generally safe environment, though the rise in violent and anti-social incidents may indicate emerging pressures. Factors such as local demographics, the built-up nature of the area, and seasonal changes likely play a role. For instance, the spike in anti-social behaviour could be linked to increased socialising as daylight hours grow, while the low rate of property crime (3 incidents, 1.4% of total) may reflect effective community policing or a lack of high-risk areas. However, the sharp increase in 'other' offences—many of which remain undefined—raises questions about reporting consistency or the need for more granular categorisation. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with residents facing a risk profile that, while far below the UK average, is not static.

March 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases in violent crimes, anti-social behaviour, and 'other' offences—each tripling in number compared to February. Violence and sexual offences, now accounting for 28.6% of all crimes, surged from three to six incidents, a 100% rise. This category also remains 60% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, suggesting local factors may be dampening overall rates despite the increase. Anti-social behaviour, which rose by 150% (from two to five incidents), is now 28% below the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Meanwhile, 'other crime'—which includes unclassified or low-severity incidents—jumped from zero to three, a 100% increase. This category, however, is 163% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, indicating a potential gap in categorisation or reporting practices. Residents may find the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as it often correlates with public safety and community cohesion.

Welham Green's crime rate in March 2025 rose sharply compared to February, increasing by 163.2% from 1.4 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This jump, though still well below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, raises questions about shifting patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day in March, a figure that, while low, reflects a noticeable acceleration in incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 264 residents—a statistic that, when contextualised with the area’s population of 5,545, underscores that most residents remain unaffected. However, the spike in violence and anti-social behaviour may signal underlying pressures, such as seasonal transitions or community tensions. While the overall rate remains a fraction of the UK average, the rapid increase in specific categories warrants attention from local authorities and residents alike.