Rural Cornwall Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rural Cornwall’s crime rate in October 2025 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s generally low crime profile compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 46.4% of all reported crimes, followed by other theft (10.0%) and anti-social behaviour (9.6%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal crime rather than property-related offences, a pattern consistent with the area’s built-up nature and community dynamics. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping the crime picture, as October’s darker evenings and Halloween festivities may have contributed to increases in public order incidents and weapon possession. However, the overall rate remained stable, with no significant month-on-month shifts in the broader crime mix. The data highlights a resilient local environment where violent crime remains lower than the UK average, though specific categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage show room for further improvement. This snapshot reinforces Rural Cornwall’s position as a safer region than the national average, though continued monitoring of seasonal trends will be crucial for understanding long-term patterns.

October 2025 saw a 125% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 4 to 9 incidents—a sharp rise that may reflect seasonal factors or local events. Public order offences also climbed by 52%, with 38 incidents reported, likely influenced by Halloween activities and darker evenings. Burglary increased by 36.4%, though it remains significantly below the UK average at 0.1 per 1,000. Conversely, theft from the person dropped by two-thirds, with only one incident reported compared to three in September, a decline that could be linked to heightened awareness during the month. Violence and sexual offences, while down by 14.6% from September, still dominate the crime profile at 46.4% of all reported incidents. This category also remains 36% below the UK average, illustrating a consistent pattern of lower violent crime in Rural Cornwall compared to the national picture.

Rural Cornwall's crime rate in October 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, declining by 3.7% from 3.7 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major spikes or drops in overall criminal activity during the month. Daily crime figures reveal 14 incidents reported each day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally secure environment. Over the course of October, one crime occurred for every 278 residents—a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in this built-up rural area. When scaled to the population of 119,128, the monthly rate translates to 429 crimes, a number that remains well below the UK average. This comparison highlights Rural Cornwall’s position as a safer region than the national average, though local factors such as seasonal transitions and community dynamics may influence these figures. long-term trends but aligns with the area’s historical tendency for lower crime rates compared to more densely populated regions.