Burton upon Trent Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Burton upon Trent recorded 569 crimes across a population of 71,239 residents, translating to a crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 people. This figure is 1.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slightly safer environment compared to the national context. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark dominance of violent offences, which accounted for 48.2% of all incidents (274 cases), significantly higher than the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. This suggests that violence and sexual offences are a critical focus area for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour followed with 14.2% of total crimes (81 cases), while public order offences contributed 8.1% (46 cases). These patterns may be influenced by the area's characteristics as a built-up town within East Staffordshire, where community interactions and social dynamics could contribute to such trends. The summer season, marked by longer days and the onset of tourism, may have intensified certain activities that correlate with increased incidents. For example, the higher rates of violence could be linked to increased social gatherings or nightlife activity during June, a time when seasonal transitions often bring shifts in public behaviour. Conversely, categories like vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000) were lower than the UK averages, due to factors such as improved vehicle security or the absence of high-risk areas for residential break-ins. This contrast highlights the combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal influences in shaping crime patterns. The relatively low burglary rate, for instance, may be attributed to the town's urban layout or effective policing strategies in residential zones. As June marks the beginning of the summer, these patterns may continue to evolve, necessitating ongoing monitoring and targeted interventions to address persistent issues such as violence while maintaining the positive trends in other categories.

June 2025 saw a sharp 300% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 2 to 8 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, could signal heightened tensions or a shift in criminal activity. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences rose by 19.1%, from 230 to 274, marking the most significant monthly increase among major categories. This surge, coupled with a 36% higher rate than the UK average for this category, may indicate challenges in addressing localised violence, exacerbated by seasonal factors such as increased socialising during summer. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped 57.9% compared to May, with incidents falling from 38 to 16. This decline aligns with the UK-wide trend of reduced vehicle-related crimes, influenced by improved security measures or fewer vehicle-related opportunities in the summer months. The 46% below UK average rate for vehicle crime further underscores Burton upon Trent's relatively safer environment for car owners compared to other areas.

Burton upon Trent's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the figure recorded in May. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 19 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the town's population density and local infrastructure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 125 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. This rate is comparable to other mid-sized towns in the Midlands, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. For instance, the 36% higher rate of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average highlights a localised concentration of such incidents, possibly linked to the town's nightlife or social dynamics. The relatively low vehicle crime rate—46% below the UK average—may reflect effective parking management or lower traffic volumes in residential areas.