Weymouth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Weymouth's crime profile in January 2025 reveals a distinct balance of crime types that offers insight into the area's social dynamics. The overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents places the area 2.8% above the UK average, highlighting a need for targeted policing strategies. Violence and sexual offences account for 35.2% of all crimes, a figure that is 4% above the UK average, suggesting potential links to the town's nightlife or seasonal factors. Anti-social behaviour, which makes up 23.9% of recorded crimes, is 73% higher than the national average—a stark divergence that may reflect local community tensions or environmental factors. This imbalance between property and violent crime contrasts with many UK areas, where property crimes often dominate. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail footfall—may partly explain the lower incidence of shoplifting compared to other months, though shoplifting remains 45% above the UK average. The town's coastal location and tourist appeal could contribute to higher anti-social behaviour rates, while its compact built-up area may limit opportunities for vehicle crime. These patterns suggest a combination of local characteristics and broader national trends that warrant further analysis.

Month-on-month changes reveal significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons saw a 100% increase, rising from 1 to 2 incidents—a small but notable shift that could reflect targeted enforcement or seasonal factors. Theft from the person also doubled, from 0 to 2 incidents, potentially linked to post-holiday movements or local events. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, from 10 to 2, a drop that may align with the post-holiday reduction in traffic or seasonal travel patterns. Robbery and burglary both fell by two-thirds, from 3 to 1 and 15 to 5 respectively, suggesting possible improvements in security measures or police activity. The crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent and anti-social offences, with property crimes accounting for only 36.7% of the total. This divergence from the UK average, where property crimes typically form a larger share, may reflect Weymouth's unique demographic profile or the influence of its coastal environment. Anti-social behaviour's 73% above-average rate stands out as a key concern, linked to the town's mix of residential and tourist spaces. These findings highlight the need for tailored interventions that address both the immediate spikes and the persistent imbalances in the crime profile.

Weymouth's crime rate remained stable at 7.3 per 1,000 residents compared to December 2024, showing a -0.8% change. This consistency suggests that local policing strategies or seasonal patterns have maintained a steady equilibrium. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 13 crimes per day in January—a figure that, while relatively low, could still raise concerns for residents. The monthly exposure statistic reveals that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a rate that translates to a 1-in-138 chance of being directly affected by crime. When contextualised against the population of 53,632, this figure highlights the need for community engagement and targeted prevention efforts. The town's crime profile differs significantly from the UK average in several categories, with anti-social behaviour and violence both exceeding national rates by substantial margins. These disparities may reflect local characteristics such as the density of the built-up area or the presence of transient populations. However, certain categories like burglary and vehicle crime are well below the UK average, indicating effective local measures in these areas. This mixed picture underscores the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to crime prevention that addresses both the specific challenges and the broader national context.