Wokingham Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Wokingham recorded 697 crimes at a rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that, while not negligible, is 47.9% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 24 crimes reported each day across a population of 187,200, a context that helps frame the scale of incidents within the district. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (270 incidents, 38.7% of total), followed by shoplifting (77) and anti-social behaviour (72). These figures align with Wokingham’s suburban character, where lower population density and a mix of residential and commercial areas may influence crime patterns. Seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during winter, could contribute to the relative stability of crime rates, though the month-on-month decline from 3.9 to 3.7 per 1,000 suggests a continued downward trend. Violent crimes, while slightly higher in absolute terms than property crimes (270 vs 297), remain significantly below the UK average for this category, with a rate of 1.4 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.5 per 1,000. This underscores the area’s overall safety profile, even as specific categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage show fluctuations. The data also highlights the impact of local infrastructure: for instance, shoplifting rates (0.4 per 1,000) are 26% below the UK average, reflecting the presence of retail areas that are well-monitored or managed. These insights illustrate a community where crime, though present, is less frequent than in the national context, shaped by both demographic and geographic factors.

February saw a 39.1% increase in criminal damage and arson, with incidents rising from 46 to 64—a sharp uptick that remains 44% below the UK average for the category. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 75%, dropping from 8 to 2, a decline that may reflect heightened enforcement or seasonal factors. The crime mix also shifted: while violent crimes (270) slightly outpaced property crimes (297), the proportion of violent offences was 38.7% of the total, compared to 44% nationally. This disparity suggests Wokingham’s violent crime rate is 47.9% below the UK average, despite its share of the total crime burden. For residents, the 100% reduction in bicycle theft compared to the UK average offers a tangible example of how local conditions may influence specific crime types, linked to Wokingham’s suburban infrastructure and lower density of high-risk areas. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 24.1%, from 58 to 72, though it remains 62% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, even as the overall safety profile remains strong.

Wokingham’s February 2024 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents represents a 5.1% decline from the previous month’s 3.9, continuing a trend of relative stability. This monthly rate translates to approximately 24 crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 269 residents, a measure that highlights the area’s safety profile compared to national benchmarks. With a population of 187,200, the total of 697 crimes—while a concern—remains far below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Wokingham’s residents face a markedly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national picture, even as localised patterns persist. The suburban character of the area, with lower population density and fewer high-risk urban zones, likely contributes to this disparity. Seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during winter, may also temper certain crime types, though the overall safety profile remains consistent with Wokingham’s historical trends. This context suggests that while crime is not absent, its frequency is significantly moderated by the area’s demographic and geographic features.