Weymouth Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Weymouth’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents in February 2026, placing it 4.7% below the UK average of 6.4. This figure reflects a combination of local factors, including the area’s coastal geography and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 34.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (31.4%) and criminal damage and arson (9.2%). The winter month’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to the overall decrease in crime compared to the previous month, though anti-social behaviour saw a notable increase. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast with national trends: anti-social behaviour is 109% above the UK average, while vehicle crime is 71% below. This discrepancy could be attributed to Weymouth’s unique characteristics as a coastal resort with a mix of residential and tourist populations. The lower rates of property crime—particularly burglary (60% below UK average) and vehicle crime (71% below)—suggest that the area’s compact layout and proximity to natural barriers may limit opportunities for such offences. However, the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage indicate persistent challenges in managing public order, particularly in high-footfall areas like the town centre. Seasonal factors, such as reduced tourism and colder weather, may have influenced these patterns, but the underlying social and economic dynamics of the area likely play a more enduring role.

February 2026 saw the most dramatic shift in anti-social behaviour, which surged by 17.2% (87 → 102), making it the most common crime type in the area. This increase, despite a general downward trend in overall crime, may reflect heightened tensions during the pre-spring lull or changes in community dynamics. Meanwhile, theft from the person plummeted by 66.7% (3 → 1), a drop consistent with the seasonal context of reduced foot traffic in Weymouth’s retail and tourist areas. Anti-social behaviour’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents is 109% above the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000, underscoring a localised challenge that diverges from national trends. The rise in drugs-related offences (+25.0%) and criminal damage (+20.0%) suggests potential shifts in illicit activity, though these figures remain below UK averages for their respective categories.

Weymouth's crime rate in February 2026 dropped to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 10.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.8. This decline aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in coastal towns during winter, where reduced outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours may partly explain lower crime visibility. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 12 crimes per day in February, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 165 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the population of 53,632, this suggests a relatively low level of exposure compared to the UK average. The drop in violent crime and anti-social behaviour, coupled with a significant reduction in burglary, indicates a possible shift in criminal activity patterns during this time of year. However, the persistence of anti-social behaviour at 31.4% of total crimes highlights ongoing challenges in managing public order in Weymouth’s built-up areas.