Wychavon Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Wychavon's overall crime rate stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 26.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a combination of factors, including the district's rural character and the presence of small towns with lower population densities. The crime profile reveals a near-even split between property and violent crimes, though property crimes—such as shoplifting and burglary—accounted for 40.3% of total incidents, compared to 35.4% for violent crimes. This balance may partly explain the lower overall rate, as property crimes in Wychavon are broadly aligned with national trends, while violent crime rates are lower. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, contributing 35.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.5%) and criminal damage and arson (9.0%). Seasonal factors, including the darker evenings of November and the retail activity around Black Friday, may have influenced the mix of crimes, though the data shows no significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime during this period. The relatively low levels of violent crime compared to the UK average suggest that local initiatives or community dynamics—such as strong policing presence or social cohesion—could be contributing factors. The district's crime picture illustrates a pattern consistent with other rural areas in England, where property crimes dominate but are often offset by lower rates of violent incidents.

November 2023 saw a 12.1% decrease in Wychavon's crime rate compared to the previous month, with the overall rate dropping from 6.2 to 5.5 per 1,000. This decline was driven by sharp reductions in public order offences (-38.2%) and other crime (-37.5%), which fell to 42 and 15 incidents respectively. The property-violent crime balance shifted slightly in favour of property crimes, with 304 property-related incidents compared to 267 violent crimes. While this split is relatively even, it contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes make up a larger share of total incidents. Specific categories stood out: drug-related offences increased by 53.8%, rising from 13 to 20 incidents, suggesting a potential seasonal uptick linked to Bonfire Night events. Meanwhile, bicycle theft dropped by 50%, from four to two incidents, possibly reflecting reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. The rate of violent crimes in Wychavon (1.9 per 1,000) is 27% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may reflect the district's lower population density and less concentrated social interactions. Burglary rates in Wychavon were 18% above the UK average, indicating that while the overall crime rate is low, certain property crime subcategories remain elevated. This nuanced picture highlights the importance of distinguishing between crime types when assessing local safety.

Wychavon's crime rate in November 2023 (5.5 per 1,000) marked a 12.1% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the district experienced approximately 25 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 183 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—1 in 183—places Wychavon well below the national average, which typically sees a higher frequency of incidents in urban areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the 755 total crimes reported, the distribution across 138,017 residents results in a relatively low individual risk profile. This is particularly evident when considering that Wychavon's violent crime rate (1.9 per 1,000) is 27% below the UK average, suggesting that the district's rural environment may contribute to reduced opportunities for violent encounters. However, the higher-than-average burglary rate (0.4 per 1,000) indicates that property crimes remain a concern, even if they are not as prevalent as in more densely populated regions. The comparison to the previous month underscores a positive trajectory, with the rate of property crimes falling in line with broader national trends of declining burglary and shoplifting incidents. For residents, the 1-in-183 monthly exposure rate offers a concrete measure of risk, highlighting that while crime is not absent, it is infrequent enough to be manageable within the district's social fabric.