Old Windsor and Wraysbury Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Old Windsor and Wraysbury in November 2023 reveals a distinct balance of crime types, with violent offences accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. The area’s overall crime rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents—74.7% below the UK average—suggests a unique interplay of factors, including its rural-adjacent character and limited commercial hubs. Violent and sexual offences, at 0.8 per 1,000, were 69% below the UK rate, a figure that may be linked to the area’s lower population density and fewer opportunities for large-scale gatherings. Public order offences, though fewer in number, also fell 25% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the area’s quieter social environment compared to urban centres. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evenings—likely influenced the crime mix, with reduced foot traffic in retail areas contributing to the drop in vehicle crime. However, the absence of major commercial districts may also explain the lower prevalence of property crimes. The relatively high proportion of violent offences, compared to the UK trend, could indicate a local demographic or social dynamic that warrants further observation. This data illustrates a crime picture shaped by both geographic and seasonal factors, offering insights into the area’s unique safety profile.

November 2023 saw a 50% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 12 to 6 incidents. This decline, combined with a 60% reduction in vehicle crime (from 5 to 2), suggests a shift in crime patterns influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced nightlife activity and shorter evenings. The only increase was in 'Other crime', which rose by 100% from 0 to 1 incident, though this category remains well below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. The area’s violent crime rate of 0.8 per 1,000 is 69% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the area’s low population density and limited commercial activity. Public order offences also fell by 25% compared to the UK average, with 3 incidents reported in November. For residents, the low frequency of incidents—particularly the absence of vehicle crime in the first half of the month—offers a practical reassurance about personal safety during peak shopping periods like Black Friday.

Old Windsor and Wraysbury's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 1.9 per 1,000 residents, a 43.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November typically sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer large-scale events compared to summer months. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the 30-day period, highlighting the low frequency of incidents even when accounting for the month’s shorter daylight hours. When scaled to the population of 7,224, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 516 residents over the course of November. This monthly exposure figure is lower than the UK average, which is not explicitly provided for this metric but is broadly consistent with the area’s overall 74.7% deficit compared to the national rate. The population-scaled perspective underscores the relative safety of the area, particularly when compared to larger urban centres where crime rates are typically higher. The drop in violence and sexual offences—halving from 12 to 6—may reflect the impact of seasonal events such as Bonfire Night, which often draws smaller crowds in this rural-adjacent area compared to more densely populated regions.