Old Windsor and Wraysbury Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Old Windsor and Wraysbury’s crime rate in May 2025 remained significantly below the UK average, at 3.6 per 1,000 residents—55.6% lower than the national figure of 8.1. This continued divergence from UK levels underscores the area’s generally safe environment, though the composition of crimes tells a more nuanced story. Violent and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 57.7% of all incidents, with a sharp 114.3% increase from April. This surge, while still below the UK average for the category, highlights a worrying trend that may be influenced by May’s seasonal context: longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising. The area’s low crime profile is also evident in its performance across specific categories, with anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and other theft all remaining well below UK averages. For instance, anti-social behaviour incidents were 79% below the national rate, and vehicle crime was 25% lower. However, the rise in violent crimes suggests a need for targeted awareness, particularly in areas where social interactions are more frequent during the warmer months. The data also reveals a shift in the crime mix, with property crimes now making up a smaller share (26.9%) compared to violent crimes (73.1%), a reversal from previous months. This shift may reflect broader societal patterns, such as the impact of seasonal transitions on human behaviour. While the overall rate remains low, the increase in violent crimes serves as a reminder that even in relatively safe areas, localised spikes can occur and require attention.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 114.3% in May 2025, jumping from seven to 15 incidents. This dramatic increase marks the most significant shift in the area’s crime profile this year, with violent crimes now accounting for 57.7% of all reported incidents. The rise in anti-social behaviour, which doubled from one to two incidents, and the emergence of a new category—'other crime'—also signal troubling trends. These violent crimes remain 26% below the UK average, but the absolute increase is stark. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 50%, declining from four to two incidents. This decline may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during May’s cooler evenings. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where violence and sexual offences have spiked, as these incidents now constitute the largest single category of crime in the area. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.8 per 1,000, compared to 2.1 in Old Windsor and Wraysbury, illustrating a persistent gap but not immunity from rising trends.

Old Windsor and Wraysbury's crime rate in May 2025 rose by 13.2% compared to the previous month, climbing from 3.2 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, is notable given the area’s historically low crime profile. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in May, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak social hours. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 278 residents, a rate significantly lower than the UK average. This monthly exposure statistic reflects the area’s relatively safe environment, though the rise in violent crimes may signal emerging patterns worth monitoring. The population context further highlights that, with 7,224 residents, even a single incident can have a noticeable impact on community perception of safety. Comparisons to the UK average show the area remains far below national levels, but the shift in crime type—particularly the surge in violence—suggests a need for targeted awareness.