Annfield Plain Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Annfield Plain's overall crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents mirrored the UK average, but the distribution of crime types revealed a distinct local profile. Violent crimes—particularly violence and sexual offences (44.6% of total incidents)—dominated the landscape, far exceeding the UK's 27% share for this category. This emphasis on violent crime contrasts with lower property crime rates, such as shoplifting (1.5% of total incidents) and burglary (1.5%), which were 85% and 64% below UK averages respectively. The seasonal context of May—characterized by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the spike in violent and anti-social behaviour. Annfield Plain's built-up nature, with its mix of residential and commercial areas, may amplify tensions during peak social hours. While the area's crime rate aligns with national benchmarks, the disproportionate focus on violence suggests underlying factors such as community cohesion or policing priorities. The data also highlights a 62% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average, which could reflect challenges in managing public spaces during warmer evenings. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both immediate incidents and systemic issues, particularly in areas where social interactions are more frequent. The relatively low property crime rates, meanwhile, may indicate effective security measures or a lower density of high-value assets compared to other UK regions.

May 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+100%), anti-social behaviour (+38.5%), and vehicle crime (+50%), reflecting heightened community tensions or seasonal pressures. Conversely, shoplifting and other theft fell sharply (-50% and -85.7% respectively), possibly linked to reduced foot traffic or targeted enforcement. Annfield Plain's violent crime rate (3.6 per 1,000) is 27% above the UK average for this category, while anti-social behaviour (2.3 per 1,000) is 62% above the national figure. This imbalance between property and violent crime—despite an overall rate matching the UK—suggests local factors, such as community dynamics or environmental conditions, may be influencing the mix. Residents might note that public order offences were 31% below the UK average, indicating potential local successes in addressing this category.

Annfield Plain's crime rate remained stable in May 2025, matching the previous month's rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. Locally, the average of 2 crimes reported per day (65 total over 31 days) aligns with the area's small population of 8,011, meaning each resident faces a 1-in-123 chance of experiencing a reported crime during the month. While this figure is a local aggregate and not directly comparable to UK-wide daily rates, it provides a tangible snapshot of crime exposure. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Annfield Plain's crime burden is proportionally similar to other areas of comparable size, though specific crime types—such as anti-social behaviour and violence—show distinct deviations from UK averages. This balance between local context and national benchmarks offers residents a clear understanding of their community's risk profile without overgeneralization.