St Austell Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

St Austell's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.1% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure marks a significant shift from the previous month’s rate of 10.3 per 1,000, reflecting a 26.9% decrease. The area's crime profile is shaped by its status as a built-up area within Cornwall, where seasonal factors and local demographics influence patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.1%) and public order offences (8.2%). These figures align with December’s typical seasonal context: heightened activity during the Christmas shopping period, extended party season, and prolonged dark evenings. The spike in violence and sexual offences may be partly explained by the convergence of local residents and visitors during the holiday season. Public order offences, which rose sharply by 87.5% from 8 to 15 incidents, could reflect the challenges of managing crowds in public spaces during the festive period. The overall crime rate, while still above the UK average, demonstrates a clear downward trend from November, suggesting potential improvements in local policing or community initiatives. However, the persistent gap from the UK average underscores the need for continued attention to areas where St Austell’s crime profile diverges, such as its elevated rates of violence and public order issues compared to national benchmarks.

December 2025 saw a marked decline in overall crime in St Austell, with the rate dropping from 10.3 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents—a 26.9% decrease. This reduction was most pronounced in vehicle crime, which fell by 80% from 10 to 2 incidents, possibly linked to reduced traffic during the holiday season or increased vehicle security measures. Conversely, public order offences surged by 87.5%, climbing from 8 to 15 incidents. This increase, though concerning, may be attributed to the heightened social activity during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, with a rate of 3.8 per 1,000—48% above the UK average. This divergence highlights a localised challenge, as St Austell’s rate for this category far exceeds national figures. Robbery incidents also rose sharply, increasing by 66.7% from 3 to 5, a trend that contrasts with the UK average, where the rate for this category is 0.1 per 1,000. The area’s crime mix also shows notable disparities: anti-social behaviour and other thefts are below UK averages, while possession of weapons—reporting 0.2 per 1,000—surpasses the UK rate by 186%. These variations suggest that while some crime types are being effectively managed, others require targeted interventions. For residents, the 87.5% increase in public order offences is a concrete data point that may influence local safety perceptions, particularly in areas with high foot traffic during the holiday season.

St Austell’s December 2025 crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 represents a 26.9% reduction from the previous month’s rate of 10.3 per 1,000, indicating a clear downward trajectory. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 6 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while relatively low, remains a tangible reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance. When scaled to the population of 24,127 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 133 residents. This statistic, while not directly comparable to UK-wide data, provides context for local residents: over the course of the month, each resident faced a 1-in-133 chance of being involved in a reported crime. This figure is particularly relevant for understanding the relative safety of the area, especially when juxtaposed with the 7.1% gap between St Austell’s rate and the UK average. The contrast becomes even more pronounced in specific categories: for instance, the rate of violence and sexual offences (3.8 per 1,000) is 48% above the UK average, underscoring a localised challenge. Conversely, vehicle crime and burglary are significantly below the UK average, suggesting that certain aspects of the area’s security infrastructure may be performing well. This mixed picture reinforces the importance of tailoring crime prevention strategies to the unique characteristics of St Austell, rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach.