Old Windsor and Wraysbury Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Old Windsor and Wraysbury’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 49.4% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safest in the country, with a crime profile shaped by a balanced mix of property and violent offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.3% of all crimes, followed by vehicle crime (17.9%) and criminal damage and arson (14.3%). The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and milder spring weather—likely influenced patterns of outdoor activity and community engagement, which may have contributed to the lower-than-average crime levels. The area’s violent crime rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 41% below the UK average, suggesting strong community policing or environmental factors that deter such incidents. While property crimes remain a concern, their proportion is offset by the significant drop in violent crime, reflecting a broader trend of improved public safety. The low shoplifting rate (0.1 per 1,000) is 85% below the UK average, possibly linked to the area’s retail environment or effective local initiatives. These figures illustrate a resilient crime profile, where seasonal transitions and local characteristics combine to maintain low rates despite typical April fluctuations.

April 2024 saw a 15.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences, from 13 to 11 incidents—a drop that likely reflects heightened community vigilance or the impact of Easter-related activities reducing public congregation. Shoplifting fell by 50%, from 2 to 1 case, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s effectiveness in preventing retail crime. However, criminal damage and arson rose by 100%, from 2 to 4 incidents, indicating a possible spike in targeted vandalism during the spring. Similarly, other theft increased by 100%, from 2 to 4 cases, though these remain below the UK average. Vehicle crime also rose by 25%, from 4 to 5 incidents, a modest increase that may correlate with increased outdoor activity during the Easter period. The area’s vehicle crime rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 49% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, highlighting a specific vulnerability that warrants attention. These shifts in crime mix suggest that while violent and retail crime are well-managed, targeted property offences require further scrutiny.

In April 2024, Old Windsor and Wraysbury’s crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 was 9.6% lower than March’s rate of 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that appears relatively low when compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 258 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s low crime density. With a population of 7,224, this translates to a community where the likelihood of encountering crime is significantly reduced compared to larger urban centres. The 49.4% gap between the local rate and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing or environmental factors in maintaining safety. While the daily crime count may seem abstract, the monthly exposure figure provides a tangible perspective for residents: for most, the chance of experiencing a crime is rare, even over a full month. This context reinforces the area’s status as a secure place to live, where the combination of low population density and strong community engagement likely plays a role in crime prevention.