The total recorded crimes in Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Melton, UK in May 2025 are around 9 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Waltham-on-the-Wolds crime rate of 136.78 per 1,000 population.
It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Waltham-on-the-Wolds, encompassing approximately 65 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Waltham-on-the-Wolds, we need to analyze Waltham-on-the-Wolds crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Melton:
In 2024, Waltham-on-the-Wolds demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Melton average, with 86 crimes compared to 247.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Waltham-on-the-Wolds recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Melton.
In 2023, Waltham-on-the-Wolds had fewer crimes than the Melton average, with 71 crimes compared to 235. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Waltham-on-the-Wolds recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other areas in the Melton.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Melton, Waltham-on-the-Wolds has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the Waltham-on-the-Wolds has recorded 9 crimes with crime rate of 136.78 ranking 11th out of 15 in the Melton, UK
In 2024, the total Waltham-on-the-Wolds crimes were 86. The crime rate of Waltham-on-the-Wolds in 2024 was 1306.99 (year) or 108.92 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Melton.
In 2023, the total crimes in Waltham-on-the-Wolds were around 71 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1079.03 (year) or 89.92 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Melton.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Waltham-on-the-Wolds) | Crimes | Rank (Waltham-on-the-Wolds) | Crimes | Rank (Waltham-on-the-Wolds) | |
| Melton Craven | 46 | 1 | 610 | 1 | 565 | 1 |
| Melton Newport | 26 | 6 | 425 | 5 | 519 | 2 |
| Melton Egerton | 43 | 2 | 529 | 2 | 454 | 3 |
| Melton Dorian | 41 | 3 | 454 | 3 | 347 | 6 |
| Melton Sysonby | 21 | 9 | 331 | 6 | 424 | 4 |
| Melton Warwick | 40 | 4 | 434 | 4 | 355 | 5 |
| Asfordby | 36 | 5 | 248 | 7 | 226 | 7 |
| Long Clawson and Stathern | 22 | 7 | 152 | 9 | 206 | 8 |
| Bottesford | 13 | 10 | 187 | 8 | 192 | 9 |
| Croxton Kerrial | 21 | 8 | 124 | 10 | 90 | 10 |
| Old Dalby | 5 | 14 | 92 | 12 | 78 | 11 |
| Somerby | 4 | 16 | 92 | 11 | 59 | 14 |
| Frisby-on-the-Wreake | 7 | 12 | 76 | 14 | 54 | 15 |
| Wymondham | 6 | 13 | 62 | 15 | 70 | 13 |
| Gaddesby | 4 | 15 | 48 | 16 | 47 | 16 |
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (1 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
In February 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (2 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 40 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 5 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A total of 4 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 12 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Waltham-on-the-Wolds postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |