Annfield Plain Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Annfield Plain, the crime rate of 11.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2025 translates to a tangible risk: over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents. This rate, which is 48.6% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, illustrates a built-up area where crime remains a pressing concern. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.5%) and criminal damage and arson (14.8%). These figures are significantly higher than the UK averages for each category, with anti-social behaviour being 97% above the national rate. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of the academic year—likely contributes to patterns such as increased anti-social behaviour and violence, as students and families return to the area. While property crimes (26 incidents) make up nearly 30% of total crimes, the dominance of violent and public order offences suggests a different dynamic than in areas where retail theft or vehicle crime are more common. This crime profile may be influenced by the area's built-up nature, where concentrated populations and limited open spaces could amplify social tensions. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, yet Annfield Plain's rate of 3.6 per 1,000 indicates a localised challenge that may require targeted interventions. The high rate of criminal damage and arson (1.6 per 1,000) is 202% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect specific vulnerabilities in the area's infrastructure or community dynamics. These statistics highlight the need for a nuanced approach to crime prevention, one that considers both the immediate context of September and the broader patterns that define Annfield Plain's crime profile.

September 2025 saw a 500% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 6 incidents. This spike may partly explain the area's elevated crime rate compared to the UK average. Possession of weapons also surged by 100%, with three incidents reported, a figure that is 471% above the national average. These increases contrast sharply with an 80% drop in shoplifting, which fell from five to one incident. The breakdown shows a significant imbalance in crime types: violence and sexual offences (33% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (20.5%) dominate, both well above UK averages. The 40% gap between Annfield Plain's violence rate (3.6 per 1,000) and the UK's 2.6 per 1,000 suggests a localised issue that may relate to seasonal factors, such as increased social interactions during the back-to-school period. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (2.3% of total crimes) is 25% below the UK average, an anomaly that could reflect the area's specific infrastructure or demographics.

Annfield Plain's crime rate in September 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month at 11.0 per 1,000 residents. This equates to roughly three crimes reported daily within the built-up area, a figure that underscores the persistent challenge of maintaining public safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 91 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime for local households. When compared to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, Annfield Plain's rate is 48.6% higher, a disparity that highlights the area's distinct challenges. The population of 8,011 residents means that the impact of crime is felt acutely within a relatively small community, where incidents can have a magnified effect on local perceptions of safety. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to national averages, provides a tangible measure of how crime affects daily life in Annfield Plain.