Verwood Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Verwood's crime profile in September 2025 reveals a striking anomaly: violent crimes account for 39.5% of all recorded incidents, yet their rate (1.2 per 1,000 residents) is 53% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This paradox may reflect the area's character as a built-up district within Dorset, where community cohesion and policing strategies likely contribute to lower violent crime despite a high proportion of such incidents. The overall crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents places Verwood 58.1% below the national average of 7.4 per 1,000, a gap that persists despite a 5.2% month-on-month increase. Anti-social behaviour (1.0 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000) both show significant underperformance against UK averages, with the latter 67% below the national rate. These figures suggest a low incidence of opportunistic crimes, possibly linked to Verwood's compact built-up area and lower population density compared to major urban centres. The seasonal context of September, marked by the return to school and university freshers, may influence crime patterns, though the absence of a significant spike in property crimes or public order offences contrasts with typical post-summer trends. Burglary, at 0.3 per 1,000, is the only category exceeding the UK average by 7%, an outlier that may reflect specific vulnerabilities in residential security or local infrastructure. This data illustrates a combination of Verwood's geography, demographics, and crime prevention measures, offering a snapshot of a community that remains safer than the UK average despite its own unique challenges.

September 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime and other crime categories, with both rising by 100% compared to August. Shoplifting also rose by 50%, reflecting potential shifts in retail activity or seasonal trends. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 6.7%, a small but notable dip that may indicate local efforts or natural fluctuations. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average: violent crimes in Verwood are 53% below the national rate, while burglary is 7% above the UK average. This divergence highlights the area's unique characteristics, where community-focused policing or local infrastructure might contribute to lower violent crime rates. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime is a concrete data point to consider, particularly as September marks the start of school terms and increased traffic in the area.

Verwood's crime rate in September 2025 rose slightly from 2.9 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 5.2% increase compared to the previous month. This shift, though modest, reflects ongoing fluctuations in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 328 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Verwood's population-scaled perspective remains strikingly different: while the national average sees 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents, Verwood's rate is 58.1% lower, highlighting a consistent divergence in local crime dynamics. This contrast is particularly notable given the area's geographic and demographic profile, which likely contributes to its distinct crime profile compared to larger urban centres.