Rudheath Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rudheath's crime profile in January 2025 reveals a marked shift in the balance between property and violent crime, with the latter dominating overall activity. The area recorded 22 crimes in total, a rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents—39.4% below the UK average of 7.1. Violent crime, accounting for 54.6% of all incidents, remained the most prevalent category, though its monthly count fell by nearly half compared to December 2024. This reduction may be partially explained by seasonal factors, as January typically sees reduced foot traffic in retail areas and fewer opportunities for crimes dependent on public spaces. In contrast, property crimes—specifically burglary and criminal damage—rose sharply, with burglary rates reaching 100% above the UK average. The area's small population of 5,165 and low overall crime rate suggest a generally secure environment, though the spike in property-related offences indicates vulnerabilities that may require targeted interventions. Anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime both doubled, with the former remaining 80% below UK levels and the latter 51% below. These divergent trends highlight the combination of local conditions, from post-holiday lulls in violent crime to potential increases in opportunistic property theft during colder months.

Violent crime in Rudheath fell by 47.8% month-on-month, dropping from 23 to 12 incidents. This decline, though significant, contrasts with a 100% increase in burglary cases, which rose from one to three. Anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime also doubled, with both categories now matching or exceeding UK averages. The violent crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 (54.6% of all crimes) remains 8% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Meanwhile, burglary in Rudheath is 100% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, suggesting a localised spike in residential targeting. Residents may find the drop in violent crime reassuring, though the rise in property-related offences highlights shifting priorities for local policing.

Rudheath's crime rate in January 2025 dropped to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 33.3% decrease from the previous month's 6.4 per 1,000. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, with a 39.4% gap. Locally, the daily crime count averaged one incident per day over 31 days, reflecting a low but consistent presence of crime. When scaled to the population of 5,165, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 235 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk in human terms. The reduction aligns with seasonal patterns, as January typically sees reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, factors that may limit opportunities for certain crimes. However, the sharp rise in burglary and anti-social behaviour suggests emerging local dynamics warranting closer attention.