Beverley Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Beverley’s February 2025 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places it 14.9% below the UK average, a consistent trend reflective of the area’s character as a historic market town with a compact built-up core. The most prevalent crime type—violence and sexual offences—accounted for 43.4% of all reported incidents, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains a concern in a community where social interactions are concentrated in limited spaces. Shoplifting, at 16.8% of total crimes, was 61% above the UK average, likely tied to the town’s retail heritage and the seasonal dip in outdoor activity that may have funnelled more foot traffic into shops. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor engagement—may have contributed to the relative stability in property crime, though the 100% increase in bicycle theft highlights vulnerabilities in securing personal property during colder months. These patterns align with Beverley’s profile as a small town where commercial and residential zones overlap, creating unique dynamics that differ from larger urban centres.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from one to three incidents—a stark anomaly in an otherwise stable month. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in bicycle theft and possession of weapons, suggests a possible shift in criminal focus during the winter lull. Conversely, other theft and anti-social behaviour both declined, with the latter falling 31.3% as community engagement initiatives may have gained traction. Violent crime in Beverley remains 6% above the UK average, with 75 incidents reported—reflecting the town’s compact built-up area and potential for concentrated incidents. Shoplifting, at 29 cases, is 61% above the UK average, likely driven by the town’s historic high street and seasonal footfall patterns.

Beverley’s crime rate rose 12.5% from 5.1 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents in February 2025, marking the first increase in a year. This shift contrasts with the previous month’s stability. below the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged six incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the town’s small population. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 176 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure metric, when contextualised against Beverley’s population of 30,469, suggests that most residents experience minimal direct interaction with criminal activity. However, the increase in violent crime and shoplifting indicates a need for vigilance in specific areas, particularly given the town’s historic retail core and seasonal lull in outdoor activity.