Liskeard Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked a continued decline in crime in Liskeard, a built-up area within Cornwall, with the overall crime rate falling to 5.1 per 1,000 residents—23.9% below the UK average of 6.7. This represents a significant improvement from the previous month, when the rate stood at 8.5 per 1,000. The drop aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, when outdoor activity is limited and pre-spring lulls reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 47.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.9%) and shoplifting (14.3%). These figures suggest a persistent challenge with interpersonal crime in the area, though the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks. The seasonal context of February—characterised by colder weather, shorter daylight hours, and fewer tourists—likely contributes to the reduced levels of property-related crimes such as burglary (1.6% of total) and vehicle crime (3.2% of total). However, the relatively high proportion of violent crime compared to the UK average (2.4 per 1,000 vs. 2.4 per 1,000 nationally) indicates that local factors, such as community dynamics or policing focus, may play a role in shaping these trends. The low levels of public order offences (4.8% of total) and other theft (4.8% of total), both significantly below UK averages, suggest that Liskeard’s smaller population and more contained urban environment may limit the scope for such crimes. As the month progressed, the pre-spring lull appears to have reinforced the downward trend, with fewer opportunities for crime in an area that typically experiences lower foot traffic during winter. These patterns highlight the importance of seasonal context in understanding local crime profiles, even as broader systemic factors continue to influence the overall rate.

February 2025 saw a 40.0% month-on-month decrease in Liskeard’s crime rate, from 8.5 to 5.1 per 1,000 residents—a drop that underscores a growing trend of safety in the area. Among the most notable changes were increases in shoplifting (+50.0%, from 6 to 9 incidents) and possession of weapons (+100.0%, from 0 to 1 incident), both of which suggest shifting patterns in criminal activity. The rise in shoplifting may reflect the end-of-winter retail period, with increased foot traffic in local high streets during the month. Conversely, significant decreases were recorded in criminal damage and arson (-92.3%, from 13 to 1 incident), drugs (-66.7%, from 3 to 1 incident), and anti-social behaviour (-63.0%, from 27 to 10 incidents), all of which align with the seasonal reduction in outdoor activity and events. Violent crimes, while remaining the most common category (47.6% of total), were slightly above the UK average (2.4 per 1,000 vs. 2.4 per 1,000 nationally), indicating a need for continued focus on community safety initiatives. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 18% below the UK average, a figure that may be attributed to Liskeard’s smaller population and more tightly knit community structure. The marked decrease in anti-social behaviour, in particular, could signal the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the natural consequence of reduced social gatherings during the winter months. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Liskeard, where seasonal, demographic, and local environmental factors interact to shape the monthly crime profile.

Liskeard’s crime rate in February 2025 (5.1 per 1,000 residents) marked a 40.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 8.5 per 1,000, a drop that positions the area as one of the safest in the UK. This reduction translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day in February—a daily figure that, while not insignificant, reflects the area’s ability to maintain low crime levels despite its built-up nature within Cornwall. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 197 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible sense of the scale of criminal activity relative to the local population. When compared to the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, Liskeard’s performance is strikingly better, with its rate 23.9% below the national benchmark. This gap is particularly notable given the area’s urban characteristics, which typically correlate with higher crime rates in other regions. The monthly exposure figure—1 in 197 residents—offers a useful perspective for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains low. This is further reinforced by the fact that Liskeard’s population of 12,388 is relatively small, which may contribute to a more manageable crime environment. The previous month’s rate of 8.5 per 1,000 serves as a stark contrast, demonstrating the effectiveness of local measures or seasonal factors in curbing crime. These figures collectively illustrate an area that, while not immune to criminal activity, has achieved a remarkable level of safety relative to its demographic and geographic context. The interplay between population size, policing efforts, and seasonal trends likely plays a crucial role in sustaining this low crime rate.