Wool Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a significant shift in Wool's crime profile, with an overall rate of 15.4 per 1,000 residents — 79.1% above the UK average. This stark deviation from national trends is driven by a surge in anti-social behaviour, which now accounts for 67.5% of all crimes reported. The category's rate of 10.4 per 1,000 is 571% above the UK average, reflecting a potential link to summer activities and increased foot traffic in the area. While violent crimes (16 incidents) remain a concern, their rate of 3.0 per 1,000 is just 1% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may be balancing broader national patterns. The seasonal context of July — peak tourism, festivals, and outdoor events — likely contributes to this spike. Public order offences (4) and criminal damage (2) also rose. The area's built-up character within Dorset, combined with its status as a tourist destination, may explain the disproportionate focus on anti-social behaviour, which could be tied to overcrowding at local attractions or events. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions during summer months, particularly in spaces frequented by visitors.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 330.8% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 13 to 56 incidents. This category alone now constitutes 67.5% of all crimes reported in July, far exceeding its UK average of 1.6 per 1,000 (571% above). Other theft and criminal damage each saw 100% increases, though these remain relatively low in volume. Violent crimes, however, remain close to the UK average, at 3.0 per 1,000 (1% below). This stark contrast highlights how anti-social behaviour has become the dominant concern, possibly linked to summer tourism and festivals. For residents, the 330.8% jump in anti-social behaviour is a clear red flag, suggesting that outdoor events or crowded spaces may be contributing factors. The overall crime mix has shifted significantly, with property crimes (6) now accounting for just 7.2% of total incidents, compared to 19.3% for violent crimes.

Wool's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 15.4 per 1,000 residents, a 207.4% increase from 5.0 per 1,000 in June. This leap places the area far above the UK average, though the comparison section focuses on Wool's internal trajectory. Over 31 days, 83 crimes occurred, averaging 3 per day — a figure that reflects the area's density and activity. For residents, this means a 1-in-65 chance of experiencing a reported crime during the month. The surge in anti-social behaviour, which now accounts for 67.5% of all crimes, contrasts sharply with the previous month's rate. While the daily crime count is a local metric, the population-scaled perspective reveals a stark shift: in June, Wool's crime rate was 5.0 per 1,000, meaning one crime occurred for roughly every 200 residents. This month's rate suggests a more frequent presence of crime in everyday life, though the exact reasons for this shift remain to be explored.