Witham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Witham’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.3% below the UK average of 8.1. This marked improvement continues a trend observed in recent months, though the data reveals a complex picture of shifting crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for nearly half (49.1%) of all incidents, with a rate of 3.3 per 1,000—15% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime may be influenced by the area’s urban character and the seasonal influx of visitors during the start of summer, when public spaces and events become more active. Public order offences and criminal damage also featured prominently, though both remained in line with or slightly above UK averages. Anti-social behaviour was 58% below the national average, suggesting effective community management or a lower prevalence of disruptive activity in local areas. The seasonal context of June—longer days, the onset of tourism, and increased outdoor activity—likely plays a role in shaping these trends. For instance, the rise in shoplifting and public order offences could reflect heightened foot traffic in retail hubs, while the sharp drop in vehicle crime may indicate changes in parking habits or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the summer months. These findings highlight the interplay between local geography, seasonal rhythms, and crime dynamics, offering insights into the factors that contribute to Witham’s relatively low overall crime rate.

June 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, with one incident reported—a stark contrast to the previous month’s zero occurrences. This jump, though small in absolute terms, underscores a potential shift in criminal behaviour or heightened vulnerability in specific locations. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences both rose by 33.3%, suggesting increased activity in retail areas or public spaces during the early summer. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by two-thirds, from 6 to 2 incidents, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in parking patterns or reduced opportunities for vehicle-related theft. The area’s violent crime rate—3.3 per 1,000—was 15% above the UK average, a notable deviation that may be linked to local factors such as increased foot traffic or community events. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in Witham, where short-term trends can diverge from broader national patterns.

Witham's crime rate in June 2025 fell by 7.3% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued decline in overall criminal activity. The daily crime count averaged 6 crimes per day, a figure that places the area’s safety in context against its population of 24,838 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 149 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low level of risk compared to broader UK benchmarks. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns often seen in midsummer, when increased daylight and community activity may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. However, the drop in vehicle crime by 66.7%—from 6 to 2 incidents—suggests a more targeted shift, potentially linked to changes in local traffic patterns or parking habits. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area’s position as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, though the sharp rise in theft from the person deserves closer attention to specific hotspots.