Weymouth Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked a combination of stability and volatility in Weymouth's crime profile. The area's overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents placed it 9% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the need for targeted interventions. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (36.6% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.0%) and shoplifting (9.5%). This distribution reflects the challenges of a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, where public spaces can become hotspots for disorder. Seasonal factors may have played a role in shaping these patterns—February, a pre-spring lull, typically sees lower outdoor activity, yet violent crime remained elevated. The relatively low rates of burglary (1.0%) and vehicle crime (3.1%) suggest that Weymouth's built-up area may have effective deterrents in place, though the 500% surge in vehicle crime during the month highlights vulnerabilities in specific sectors. These findings align with broader trends in similar coastal communities, where transient populations and seasonal fluctuations can amplify certain types of crime.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 500% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 12 incidents. This spike, while statistically significant, may partly reflect seasonal factors—winter months often see shifts in parking habits and increased vehicle movement in coastal towns. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 50%, moving from 2 to 3 cases, a change that could signal localized tensions or enforcement activity. In contrast, theft from the person fell by 50%, declining from 2 to 1, a drop that may align with reduced outdoor activity during colder months. Violent crimes remained high, with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000—15% above the UK average—while anti-social behaviour was 86% above the national benchmark. These disparities highlight the area's unique challenges, particularly in managing public order and reducing incidents of violence.

Weymouth's crime rate in February 2025 remained stable at 7.3 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall safety levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 14 crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When considering monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 137 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents within the community. While this aligns with the broader UK average in some categories—such as vehicle crime and drug-related offences—Weymouth's profile diverges in areas like anti-social behaviour and violence. The population context further underscores that these figures represent a small but measurable proportion of the 53,632 residents, offering a snapshot of how crime interacts with daily life in the area.