Whiteley Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Whiteley’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2024 places it 35.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting its relative safety compared to national trends. This built-up area within Winchester, likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial properties, saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 29.8% of all reported incidents. This category alone was 42% below the UK average, suggesting lower levels of violent crime than expected for a populated area. Property crimes, including shoplifting and criminal damage, made up nearly 45% of the total, with shoplifting and criminal damage both slightly exceeding UK averages. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, as November brings shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night, which could contribute to spikes in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The area’s lower-than-average violent crime rates may reflect a combination of community engagement, effective local policing, or the absence of high-risk demographics such as large student populations. However, the slight increase in criminal damage and arson—rising 250% month-on-month—raises questions about potential seasonal or situational triggers, such as increased property maintenance during colder months or targeted vandalism. While the overall crime rate remains low, the data suggests a need for continued monitoring of specific categories, particularly those showing marked deviations from national averages.

November 2024 saw significant month-on-month changes in Whiteley’s crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 250% from 2 to 7 incidents. This sharp increase may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which can lead to increased fire-related incidents. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 87.5%, dropping from 8 to 1, likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings or improved vehicle security measures. Other theft also fell by 62.5%, from 8 to 3, potentially due to heightened awareness during the shopping season. Whiteley’s rate of violence and sexual offences (1.5 per 1,000) was 42% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 23% above UK average for criminal damage and arson. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate (0.6 per 1,000) was 46% below the UK average, suggesting effective community management of public order issues. For residents, the significant drop in vehicle crime offers a tangible benefit, with fewer incidents reported in a month typically associated with increased car theft. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson underscores the need for vigilance around property safety during the winter months.

In November 2024, Whiteley’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 2.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000, indicating a slight but consistent trend towards lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the ongoing need for local awareness. When scaled to the population of 9,664 residents, this translates to roughly one reported crime for every 206 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in this area. Compared to the UK average, Whiteley’s lower crime rates are particularly evident in violent offences, which were 42% below the national average, and anti-social behaviour, which was 46% below. However, the area’s rate of criminal damage and arson was 23% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability that may warrant targeted interventions. These figures, when viewed alongside the population context, suggest that while Whiteley is generally a safer area than the UK average, certain categories of crime require closer attention. The relatively low daily crime count and the monthly exposure metric indicate that residents are not frequently encountering crime, but the variations in specific crime types demonstrate the importance of tailored policing and community engagement strategies.