Liskeard Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Liskeard's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 22.2% above the UK average of 8.1. This marks a significant deviation from the national trend, with violence and sexual offences emerging as the most pressing concern. These crimes accounted for 41.0% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents—39% higher than the UK average of 2.9. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 22.1% of total crimes at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, 51% above the UK figure. Criminal damage and arson, at 1.5 per 1,000, were 154% above the UK average, reflecting a sharp contrast to the national context. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month in Cornwall, may contribute to these patterns. Tourism typically increases foot traffic in local areas, potentially heightening opportunities for anti-social behaviour and property-related crimes. However, a direct link to seasonal factors, and the area's built-up character within a rural county likely plays a role in shaping crime dynamics. While violent crime rates are higher than the UK average, property crime rates for shoplifting and burglary are lower, with shoplifting at 0.2 per 1,000—68% below the UK average. This suggests a combination of local demographics, tourism, and the built environment. The absence of significant rises in theft from the person or vehicle crime may reflect the area's relatively low population density and limited urban infrastructure compared to larger cities. These findings highlight the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention that consider both local and national trends.

August 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns for Liskeard. Possession of weapons increased by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from 0 to 1 incident. Vehicle crime also surged by 100%, with 2 reported incidents in August after 1 in July. Burglary, which had not occurred in July, saw 3 reported incidents, a 100% increase. These spikes suggest potential changes in local activity or enforcement patterns. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 72.7%, from 11 incidents in July to 3 in August, possibly linked to seasonal shifts in retail activity or increased security measures. Other theft also decreased by 46.2%, from 13 to 7, though this remains above the UK average. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average: violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage were all significantly higher, while shoplifting and burglary were lower. Public order offences, at 0.5 per 1,000, were 14% below the UK average of 0.6, indicating a relative reduction in disruptive behaviour. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 39% higher rate of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average, which may warrant increased community engagement or targeted policing efforts. The simultaneous rise in possession of weapons—though a small number—could signal a need for closer monitoring of local incidents.

In comparison to the previous month, Liskeard's crime rate dropped by 17.6% from 12.0 per 1,000 in July to 9.9 per 1,000 in August. This decline, while notable, still leaves the area's rate 22.2% above the UK average. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported in August, averaging roughly one crime for every 102 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of risk for local residents, though this is an aggregate measure and does not reflect daily fluctuations. The population of 12,388 residents means that each individual faces a 0.099% chance of being involved in a crime, based on the overall rate. This rate is higher than the UK average but must be contextualised within Liskeard's specific characteristics as a built-up area within Cornwall. The decline from July may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the end of the summer holiday period reducing transient populations that often contribute to anti-social behaviour. However, the persistence of elevated rates for violence and sexual offences suggests underlying issues that may require sustained attention. The contrast between Liskeard's crime profile and the UK average underscores the importance of localised analysis, as national statistics may not fully capture the nuances of crime in smaller, rural-adjacent communities.