Weston (Dorset) Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Weston (Dorset) recorded a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, placing it 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance, while not without challenges, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.8% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (another 37.8%), which together accounted for over three-quarters of reported crimes. Violence in the area, at 2.6 per 1,000, was 2% below the UK average, a slight but notable deviation that may partly reflect the area’s built-up character and proximity to rural landscapes. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 106% above the UK average, a stark contrast that could indicate unique social dynamics or unmet community needs. Seasonal factors also played a role, with the clocks going back in October extending evening darkness, a known correlate of increased anti-social behaviour and other crimes. Halloween, with its associated gatherings and events, may have further amplified these trends. The area’s relatively low overall crime rate, despite these spikes in specific categories, suggests that local initiatives or demographic characteristics—such as a smaller population and lower levels of economic deprivation—may be contributing to a more stable crime environment compared to other parts of the UK.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, including other theft (+200%), burglary (+100%), and drugs (+100%) compared to September. These jumps, though small in absolute terms, indicate emerging trends. Violence and sexual offences, at 14 incidents (37.8% of total crimes), remained the most common category, yet the rate was 2% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This suggests localised factors may be moderating violence, despite the overall rise in crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 14 incidents (37.8%), was strikingly 106% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000, a disparity that could reflect the area’s social dynamics or policing priorities. Residents may find the 37.8% share of violence and anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as these categories dominate the local crime profile. The UK’s lower rate of anti-social behaviour may also highlight differences in community engagement or reporting practices in Weston compared to other regions.

Weston (Dorset) saw a 54.1% increase in its crime rate from 4.5 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents between September and October 2025. This rise, though significant, remains 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day in October, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 5,300. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 143 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the impact of individual incidents in a closely knit community. This figure contrasts with the UK’s broader averages, where larger populations dilute the per-capita impact. The increase in October may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activity, which can amplify anti-social behaviour and other crimes. However, the area’s built-up nature and proximity to rural surroundings may also contribute to a unique crime profile, where localised events have a more pronounced effect than in densely populated urban centres.