Redruth Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Redruth’s October 2025 crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents places it 6.5% below the UK average of 7.7, underscoring its relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50% of all incidents, a figure significantly higher than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (35% above). This category’s prominence may be linked to the town’s role as a hub for local services and community events, where interactions in public spaces could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour (17.4% of total crimes) and public order offences (9.3%) also featured prominently, both exceeding UK averages by 3% and 32% respectively. These figures align with the seasonal context of October, when shorter evenings and Halloween-related activities may intensify public space interactions. However, the sharp drop in vehicle crime (from five to one) and burglary (from four to one) highlights a possible seasonal lull, influenced by reduced daylight and fewer opportunities for such crimes. The town’s overall crime rate, while modest, reflects a combination of local factors, from its rural setting to its proximity to major transport routes, which may influence both crime patterns and police resource allocation.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from zero to two reported incidents—a stark anomaly in an area historically low for such offences. This surge, coupled with a 60% rise in public order offences and a 50% increase in 'other crime' categories, suggests shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary both dropped sharply: vehicle crime fell 80% (from five to one) and burglary declined 75% (from four to one), likely reflecting seasonal changes such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas during darker evenings. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 50% of all crimes, and were 35% above the UK average. This contrast with the 68% drop in shoplifting—now at 0.2 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 0.6—highlights the uneven nature of local crime trends, with some categories defying national patterns.

Redruth's October 2025 crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 39.4% drop from the previous month’s rate of 11.9 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in similar rural and semi-urban areas during autumn, where seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and reduced tourist activity may contribute to lower reported incidents. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were recorded across Redruth’s 31 days in October, equating to a local figure of roughly one crime for every 139 residents over the month. This monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to national figures, suggests a relatively stable environment for residents compared to other areas with higher population densities. When scaled to the town’s population of 11,916, the 86 total crimes reported indicate that crime remains a low-frequency concern for most residents, though localized spikes in specific categories require attention.