Uttoxeter Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In Uttoxeter, a built-up area within East Staffordshire, March 2025 saw 71 crimes reported across a population of 14,067, equating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 34.6% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (33 cases, 46.5% of total), followed by shoplifting (14 cases, 19.7%) and criminal damage and arson (7 cases, 9.9%). The seasonal transition to spring, with clocks changing and evenings lengthening, may have influenced activity patterns. Violent crimes, while dominant, were 12% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), a contrast to shoplifting, which was 47% above the national rate (0.7 per 1,000). This divergence suggests local factors—such as the presence of retail centres or transient populations—may contribute to variations in crime types. Uttoxeter's crime picture, while showing some spikes, remains characterised by a lower overall rate than the UK average, consistent with its status as a smaller, less densely populated built-up area.

March 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with shoplifting increasing by 180% (5 to 14 cases) and criminal damage and arson surging by 600% (1 to 7 cases). These sharp rises contrast with declines in anti-social behaviour (-44.4%) and public order offences (-33.3%). Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category (33 cases), were 12% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), consistent with Uttoxeter's overall lower crime profile. The surge in shoplifting may be linked to the transition to spring, with longer evenings potentially increasing foot traffic in retail areas. Meanwhile, the drop in anti-social behaviour could reflect seasonal changes in community activity or temporary factors such as local events. Residents may find the 47% above-UK-average rate for shoplifting particularly relevant, suggesting targeted retail security measures could be prudent.

Uttoxeter's crime rate in March 2025 rose by 36.5% compared to the previous month, reflecting a shift from 3.7 to 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in March, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 198 residents over the course of the month. Considering Uttoxeter's population of 14,067, the monthly total of 71 crimes represents a relatively low frequency compared to larger urban areas. However, the rise in specific categories—such as shoplifting and criminal damage—suggests localized pressures that may warrant closer attention. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while crime is present, it remains proportionally lower than both the UK average and historical trends for this built-up area.