Pelton and Ouston Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 6,009 residents, Pelton and Ouston recorded 44 crimes in October 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 people. This figure is 5.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (17 cases, 38.6% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (10 cases, 22.7%) and criminal damage and arson (6 cases, 13.6%). These patterns align with the area’s built-up character, where public spaces and community interactions may contribute to higher reports of violent and anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors in October, including darker evenings and Halloween activities, may have influenced the timing of certain crimes. Shoplifting rates were 52% below the UK average, reflecting lower retail footfall or targeted policing efforts in local stores. The balance between property and violent crimes (property: 13, violent: 17) suggests a focus on interpersonal disputes and public order issues over traditional property offences. While the overall rate remains stable, the crime mix indicates a need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage.

October 2025 saw significant month-on-month shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing 100% increases: 'other crime' (from 0 to 2 cases), 'drugs' (from 0 to 1 case), and 'vehicle crime' (from 0 to 1 case). These spikes may reflect seasonal transitions, such as increased alcohol consumption during Halloween or changes in local activity patterns. Conversely, 'other theft' fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 case), and 'public order' offences dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), possibly due to temporary reductions in public gatherings or heightened community awareness. Violence and sexual offences remained 5% above the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), while shoplifting was 52% below the national rate (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000), highlighting stark contrasts between local and national trends. Anti-social behaviour (1.7 per 1,000) and criminal damage (1.0 per 1,000) were 35% and 79% above UK averages respectively, underscoring areas for focused policing. Residents may find the 100% increase in 'other crime' particularly concerning, as it suggests new or emerging issues not captured by traditional categories.

The crime rate in Pelton and Ouston rose by 33.3% from 5.5 per 1,000 in September to 7.3 per 1,000 in October 2025, marking the first increase in the year. Daily crime statistics show an average of 1.42 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population. Monthly exposure calculations indicate that over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 137 residents—a rate that, when contextualised against the area’s 6,009 population, suggests that most residents would not experience crime directly. However, the rise from September may signal shifting patterns, such as increased foot traffic during Halloween or changes in local enforcement priorities. Compared to the UK average, Pelton and Ouston’s rate remains 5.2% lower, but the sharp increase from the previous month indicates a need for continued monitoring. The 1-in-137 resident figure is lower than the UK’s average monthly exposure (which, though not provided, would likely be higher in larger urban areas), reinforcing the area’s relatively low crime profile despite the recent uptick.