Uttoxeter Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Uttoxeter's crime rate in December 2025 remained 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.3% below the UK average of 7.0. This consistent performance reflects a combination of local policing efforts and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 45.9% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (14.1%) and shoplifting (10.6%). The data suggests a seasonal pattern influenced by December's unique dynamics: heightened retail activity during the Christmas shopping period, extended periods of darkness affecting visibility, and the temporary emptiness of homes during holiday absences. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category, the rate of such offences in Uttoxeter (2.8 per 1,000) is marginally above the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), indicating a slight divergence in local patterns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) and other theft (0.3 per 1,000) are significantly below UK averages, likely reflecting the area's character as a relatively quiet built-up area with limited nightlife or high-density residential zones. The month's crime profile highlights a balance between persistent challenges in violent crime and areas where local conditions appear to mitigate certain types of offences.

December saw notable decreases in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour falling by 58.8% compared to November, likely reflecting the quieter pace of community life during the holiday season. Robbery incidents also dropped by 50%, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic in commercial areas during festive closures. Drugs-related offences fell by 50%, suggesting a temporary decline in associated activity during the month. However, public order offences surged by 500%, jumping from 2 to 12 incidents, a stark contrast to the previous month. This increase may be tied to the heightened social interactions during festive events or the challenges of managing public spaces under reduced lighting conditions. Vehicle crime and bicycle theft both rose by 100%, with the latter marking its first recorded incident in the month. These increases could be attributed to the seasonal shift in transportation patterns, with more personal vehicles on the road during holiday travel or the temporary absence of bicycle security measures during the festive period. The data also reveals that Uttoxeter's public order offences are 105% above the UK average, a figure that may warrant closer attention given the potential impact on community safety and local policing priorities.

Uttoxeter's crime rate in December 2025 remained stable at 6.0 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month, indicating no significant month-on-month fluctuation. This consistency is notable given the typical seasonal volatility seen in many areas during December. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is relatively low when compared to larger urban centres. This statistic underscores Uttoxeter's position as a relatively safe built-up area, despite the spikes in specific categories like public order offences. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime profile is proportionally lower than the UK average, with the exception of public order offences and possession of weapons, which are significantly above national benchmarks. This contrast highlights the importance of localized factors in shaping crime patterns, with Uttoxeter's unique demographic and geographic characteristics playing a role in both mitigating and exacerbating certain types of criminal activity.