Uttoxeter Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Uttoxeter’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 22.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with the national trend, reflecting a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences were the most common category, accounting for 42.3% of all crimes.4 per 1,000 was 4% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, its prevalence in Uttoxeter is slightly lower than in other areas. Other theft, however, stood out as a significant outlier, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—43% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be linked to local economic conditions or the presence of high-value assets in certain sectors. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 12.8% of total crimes, though its rate was 39% below the UK average, possibly due to the area’s relatively cohesive community structure. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period, shorter days, and reduced retail footfall—likely contributed to the lower levels of outdoor crime, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime indicates a need for targeted measures in this category. These patterns underscore the importance of understanding Uttoxeter’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics, which shape crime trends differently than in more densely populated or tourist-driven areas.

January 2025 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, with reports rising from 2 to 4. This surge may partly explain heightened awareness in parking areas, particularly around the town’s main retail and industrial zones. Other theft also rose sharply, increasing by 66.7% to 10 incidents—43% above the UK average. This category’s significant deviation from the national norm raises questions about local vulnerabilities, such as unsecured vehicles or businesses. Conversely, several categories saw notable declines: robbery, burglary, and possession of weapons each fell by 50%, suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have played a role. The drop in burglary, for instance, could be linked to reduced outdoor activity during shorter winter days. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with higher vehicle crime rates, while the overall decrease in violent crime—violence and sexual offences were 4% below the UK average—offers some reassurance.

Uttoxeter's crime rate in January 2025 was 5.5 per 1,000 residents, an 11.5% decrease from December's 6.3 per 1,000. This brings the area closer to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000.5% below. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported over 31 days, aligning with the area’s generally low crime profile. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 180 residents experienced a reported crime, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. While the overall rate has fallen, the population-scaled perspective highlights that crime remains relatively rare compared to UK standards. However, the shift in crime types—such as the sharp rise in vehicle crime—suggests specific areas or activities may warrant closer attention. The population of 14,067 means that even modest increases in certain categories can have a noticeable local impact, particularly in high-traffic zones.