Liskeard Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Liskeard's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.8% above the UK average of 7.7. This marks the first time in recent months the area has exceeded the national benchmark, with violent crime driving the increase. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.6% of all reported crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This category alone was 43% above the national rate, a stark contrast to the UK's overall profile. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, clocks going back, and Halloween—likely contributes to the uptick in violence, as darker evenings and increased social activity may heighten tensions. Anti-social behaviour, while still present at 10.7% of total crimes, fell 29% below the UK average, suggesting local community engagement efforts may be mitigating some issues. The area's mix of urban and rural characteristics, with a compact built-up core surrounded by open countryside, creates a unique environment where crime patterns diverge from larger cities. For example, shoplifting rates in Liskeard were 21% below the UK average, reflecting lower retail density compared to urban centres. However, other theft and criminal damage rates were higher, indicating vulnerabilities in property security and public spaces. These trends underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas while maintaining strengths in community-based crime prevention.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories, with other crime surging 300% (from 1 to 4 cases) and possession of weapons and vehicle crime each rising 200% (from 1 to 3 cases). These jumps highlight emerging risks, particularly the 186% increase in weapon possession—a rate of 0.2 per 1,000 that exceeds the UK average by 186%. Residents should be vigilant in areas where such crimes have spiked, as these could indicate underlying tensions or criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped 69.2% (from 13 to 4), and anti-social behaviour fell 42.1% (from 19 to 11), suggesting temporary improvements in community behaviour. The violent crime rate—3.8 per 1,000—was 43% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a disparity that reflects Liskeard's unique demographic and geographic profile. Other theft and criminal damage rates were 73% and 61% above UK averages respectively, indicating vulnerabilities in property security that may require renewed focus. These shifts in the crime mix—from a property-dominated profile to one skewed towards violence—suggest evolving dynamics that local authorities should monitor closely.

Liskeard's crime rate in October 2025 (8.3 per 1,000) represented a 6.4% decline from the previous month's rate of 8.9 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable reduction in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day during October, a figure that provides context for local residents to gauge their risk exposure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 120 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for continued vigilance. This statistic is particularly relevant for families and individuals considering long-term residence or investment in the area. Compared to the UK average, Liskeard's violent crime rate remains elevated, a pattern that may be influenced by the area's compact built-up core and seasonal factors like Halloween. However, the drop in public order offences and anti-social behaviour—both of which fell below UK averages—suggests that some local initiatives may be yielding positive results. The population context is also crucial: with 12,388 residents, Liskeard's crime rates must be interpreted through the lens of its relatively small size, where even minor fluctuations can have outsized impacts on community perceptions of safety.