Pool and Illogan Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 marked a continuation of elevated crime trends in Pool and Illogan, with the overall crime rate of 10.8 per 1,000 residents placing the area 40.3% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety, particularly as seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween may have contributed to the observed patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.7%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These rates align with the area's character as a built-up rural region with limited lighting infrastructure in some parts, which may likely contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour during shorter daylight hours. The sharp increase in violent crime compared to the UK average—47% above for violence and sexual offences—suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Meanwhile, the relatively lower rates of shoplifting (37% below UK average) could be attributed to the area's smaller retail footprint. The seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and Halloween celebrations, may have influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though the exact causal link remains speculative.

The month-on-month analysis reveals stark contrasts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 107.7% from 13 to 27 incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% increase in possession of weapons (from 0 to 2 cases), signals a concerning shift in local crime dynamics. Conversely, other theft decreased by 44.4%, reflecting a notable reduction in property-related offences. The breakdown of crime types shows that Pool and Illogan's violent crime rate (3.9 per 1,000) is 47% above the UK average for this category, while anti-social behaviour (2.8 per 1,000) is 122% above the national benchmark. This divergence is particularly pronounced in vehicle crime, where the area's rate of 0.9 per 1,000 is 114% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. Such disparities may be linked to the area's limited parking infrastructure and the presence of rural roads with higher incidences of vehicle-related incidents. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour is a pressing concern, with the 107.7% increase suggesting a need for community-focused initiatives to address underlying issues.

The crime rate in Pool and Illogan rose by 22.1% in October 2025, increasing from 8.9 to 10.8 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month. This upward trajectory places the area significantly above the UK average, with a 40.3% gap that underscores the need for targeted measures. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of three crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national data due to the absence of UK-wide daily statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 92 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 9,686. This ratio suggests that the local community experiences a higher proportion of crimes relative to its size compared to the UK average, though the exact implications for residents remain to be fully understood. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that the area's crime profile is affected by violent and anti-social crimes, which together account for over 60% of all incidents. This concentration may reflect the area's unique characteristics, such as its built-up nature within a rural setting, where social cohesion and policing resources may be more strained.