Old Windsor and Wraysbury Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Old Windsor and Wraysbury recorded a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 40.8% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area’s unique crime profile, where violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 56.7% of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, followed by public order offences and burglary. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may contribute to this pattern, as interactions within limited public spaces could heighten opportunities for interpersonal conflict. However, the area’s low crime rate overall, particularly compared to the UK average, suggests a combination of geographic and demographic factors at play. As a commuter-focused built-up area within Windsor and Maidenhead, Old Windsor and Wraysbury likely benefit from lower population density and fewer commercial hubs than larger urban centres, which may reduce exposure to certain crime types. The balance between violent and property crimes also hints at broader societal dynamics: while property crimes remained relatively low, the prominence of violent offences could reflect local challenges related to social cohesion or policing priorities. This contrast with the UK average, where property crimes often dominate, further highlights the area’s distinct character. The data also reveals that specific categories, such as public order offences, deviated significantly from national norms, rising 22% above the UK average. This anomaly may be attributed to local events or community-specific issues, though further analysis would be required to identify precise causes. Overall, the February 2024 figures illustrate a combination of seasonal factors, area-specific demographics, and national crime trends, offering a nuanced picture of the area’s security landscape.

February 2024 saw a stark shift in crime composition, with violent crimes accounting for 56.7% of all incidents—double the share of property crimes. Public order offences surged by 300%, rising from one to four incidents, marking the most significant month-on-month increase. This spike, though not uncommon in winter months, contrasts with a 75% drop in other thefts, which fell from four to one. Violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, remained 4% below the UK average, a consistent trend despite the overall rate increase. Theft from the person also rose sharply, doubling from zero to one incident, though this remains 41% below the national average. These fluctuations highlight the area’s vulnerability to seasonal patterns, with low outdoor activity potentially concentrating interactions in public spaces, though the absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes suggests other factors may be at play.

Old Windsor and Wraysbury's crime rate rose by 15.3% in February 2024 compared to January, reaching 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's generally low crime profile relative to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day during February—a figure that, while seemingly high, reflects the small population of 7,224 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 241 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. The area’s demographic profile—characterised by a mix of residential and commuter populations—may contribute to this pattern, with lower foot traffic and fewer public spaces compared to larger urban centres. This suggests that while the rate has increased, the absolute number of incidents remains low, aligning with the area’s historical trend of maintaining crime levels below national averages despite seasonal fluctuations.