Weymouth Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Weymouth's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 9.2 per 1,000 residents, 13.6% above the UK average of 8.1. This discrepancy is most pronounced in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.3% of all crimes—24% higher than the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 27.3% of reported incidents, a figure 76% above the national benchmark. These patterns align with Weymouth's status as a coastal town with a mix of tourist attractions, residential areas, and a busy town centre. The seasonal context of May—longer evenings, increased outdoor drinking, and the proximity of bank holidays—likely contributes to heightened social interactions that may partly explain the elevated levels of violence and anti-social behaviour. Criminal damage and arson also exceeded UK averages by 50%, suggesting potential issues with property-related disputes or vandalism in high-traffic areas. While shoplifting and vehicle crime remained relatively stable, the overall balance of crime types reflects a combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing disproportionate spikes, particularly where local conditions amplify risks.

May 2025 saw stark contrasts in crime trends, with burglary rising by 266.7% compared to April, jumping from 3 to 11 incidents. This surge, though still low in absolute terms (0.2 per 1,000), may reflect increased home occupancy during school holidays or shifts in criminal activity patterns. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50%, dropping from 16 to 8, potentially linked to reduced car park congestion during May's typically busier tourism season. Shoplifting also declined by 21.3% (47 to 37), a change that could be attributed to seasonal variations in retail footfall or enhanced policing in commercial zones. Violence and sexual offences remain 24% above the UK average, with 189 incidents accounting for 38.3% of total crimes. This category's persistence as a local outlier suggests ongoing challenges in managing public safety during extended social hours. Residents might find the 7.5% shoplifting rate (0.7 per 1,000) particularly relevant, as it indicates a moderate but consistent risk in retail areas. Meanwhile, public order offences fell 14% below the UK average, a trend that could reflect effective community engagement or the influence of local initiatives in maintaining public spaces.

Weymouth's crime rate in May 2025 rose by 5.5% compared to April's 8.7 per 1,000, marking a modest but measurable upward trend. This increase translates to approximately 16 crimes reported per day—a figure that, while lower than some UK urban centres, remains notable for a coastal town. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of crime in a community of 53,632. When contextualised against the UK average, this places Weymouth in a distinct position: its overall rate is 13.6% higher than the national benchmark, a gap that reflects systemic differences in local crime dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Weymouth's crime levels are not extreme, they are consistently above the UK norm for specific categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour's 76% excess over the UK average suggests a need for tailored strategies in addressing community-specific challenges. This data also underscores the importance of comparing absolute numbers to local contexts, as a 1-in-109 resident exposure rate may feel more significant in a tightly knit coastal community than in a larger, more dispersed population.