Burton upon Trent Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burton upon Trent's crime rate in February 2025 was 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.0% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This slight edge over the national figure is notable, particularly given the area's profile as a built-up region within East Staffordshire. Violence and sexual offences emerged as the most prominent category, accounting for 47.5% of all reported crimes. At 3.1 per 1,000, this rate is 32% above the UK average for the same category, raising questions about local factors that may contribute to such a disparity. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely plays a role in shaping crime patterns. Reduced foot traffic in commercial areas may dampen opportunities for shoplifting and vehicle crime, which both saw rates below the UK average. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests that factors such as community dynamics, policing strategies, or social services may require closer examination. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 38% below the UK average, a figure that could reflect effective local interventions or a smaller proportion of the population engaging in such activities. Other theft and public order offences also fell below UK averages, though the latter was 14% above. These variations underscore the combination of local conditions and national trends. The data also highlights the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to crime prevention, ensuring that reductions in certain categories are not offset by increases in others. As February transitions into spring, the area's crime profile may shift further, influenced by changes in weather, social activity, and economic factors.

February 2025 saw a notable 25.0% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 4 to 5 cases. This uptick, though modest, contrasts with broader declines in other categories. Drugs-related crimes fell sharply by 57.1% (from 14 to 6), a drop that may reflect seasonal changes or temporary disruptions in supply chains. Bicycle theft also decreased by 50.0%, from 6 to 3 incidents, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during the winter months. Anti-social behaviour, at 45 incidents (9.8% of total crimes), remained 38% below the UK average, suggesting that local enforcement or community initiatives may be effectively addressing such issues. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 47.5% of all reported crimes—32% above the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000. This disparity highlights a critical area for targeted intervention, particularly given the higher-than-average rates for violent crime compared to other categories. Residents may find the 16 daily crime figure useful for understanding local safety dynamics, though the overall rate remains slightly below the UK average.

Burton upon Trent's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, a 19.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns observed in the area, where winter months often see reduced outdoor activity and lower foot traffic in commercial zones. Daily crime counts averaged 16 incidents per day, reflecting a manageable but consistent presence of crime in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. When compared to the UK average, the area's overall rate remains slightly below the national figure of 6.7 per 1,000. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement initiatives or police resource allocation—may contribute to the area's relative safety. The population of 71,239 further scales these statistics, highlighting that while the absolute number of crimes may seem high, the rate per capita remains within a range comparable to other similar-sized towns. The shift from the previous month’s higher rate underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring to identify whether this trend persists or reverses in subsequent months.