The question of how Woking's crime rate compares to the national average is a common one, and the data provides a clear picture. Woking, a Local Authority District (LAD) with a population of 105,679, currently has a crime rate of 74.1 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is notably lower than the United Kingdom’s national average crime rate, which stands at 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents.
Essentially, Woking experiences a lower level of reported crime when compared to the average across the UK. To provide further context, let’s look at neighbouring areas. Guildford’s crime rate is 84.1 per 1,000, slightly above Woking’s. Runnymede’s rate is 81.7 per 1,000, also higher. Surrey Heath reports a crime rate of 61.7 per 1,000, significantly lower than Woking, and Elmbridge reports 60.5 per 1,000. Spelthorne, however, has a considerably higher crime rate at 88.5 per 1,000.
Beyond the raw crime rate, Woking also boasts a safety score of 83/100. This score reflects residents’ perceived safety in the area and is higher than the UK average of 79/100. This suggests that, while the crime rate is lower than average, residents generally feel safe in Woking.
It’s important to remember that crime rates are just one factor in assessing an area’s safety. Other considerations include the types of crimes reported, the effectiveness of local policing, and the availability of community support services. Comparing Woking to its surrounding areas – Guildford, Surrey Heath, Runnymede, Rushmoor, Elmbridge, and Spelthorne – provides a more nuanced understanding of the regional safety landscape. While Woking demonstrates a relatively favourable position, local context and individual perceptions remain crucial factors.