Crime Rate in Waltham-on-the-Wolds: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Waltham-on-the-Wolds

The total recorded crimes in Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Melton, UK in March 2025 are around 4 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Waltham-on-the-Wolds crime rate of 60.79 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 Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Waltham-on-the-Wolds Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • High Street with total crimes: 2
  • Melton Road with total crimes: 1
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 1

How safe is Waltham-on-the-Wolds?

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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.

Waltham-on-the-Wolds Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Waltham-on-the-Wolds has recorded 4 crimes with crime rate of 60.79 ranking 16th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Melton)CrimesRank (Melton)CrimesRank (Melton)
Melton Craven50 3610 1565 1
Melton Newport63 1425 5519 2
Melton Egerton39 4529 2454 3
Melton Warwick51 2434 4355 5
Melton Dorian30 6454 3347 6
Melton Sysonby25 7331 6424 4
Asfordby31 5248 7226 7
Long Clawson and Stathern19 9152 9206 8
Bottesford23 8187 8192 9
Croxton Kerrial4 15124 1090 10
Frisby-on-the-Wreake11 1076 1454 15
Old Dalby5 1492 1278 11
Somerby7 1392 1159 14
Wymondham9 1162 1570 13
Gaddesby8 1248 1647 16

Waltham-on-the-Wolds Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (1 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 37 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20253
December 20245
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Waltham-on-the-Wolds in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Waltham-on-the-Wolds postcode area is presented below.

1. High Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
2. Melton Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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