Uttoxeter Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Uttoxeter’s crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 28.1% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a position that reflects the area’s generally low crime profile. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and shoplifting (12.5%). This distribution suggests a community where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder dominate over property crimes, a pattern consistent with Uttoxeter’s character as a small built-up area with limited retail and commercial activity. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may partly explain the relative stability of crime rates, though the rise in anti-social behaviour and violence indicates localized pressures. Uttoxeter’s rate for violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) remains 14% below the UK average, a disparity that could be linked to the town’s smaller population and lower density of venues associated with nightlife. Meanwhile, property crimes such as shoplifting and other theft are below UK averages, likely due to the area’s limited retail presence and the absence of high-traffic commercial hubs that typically drive such offences. This combination of factors illustrates a community where crime is infrequent but not absent, with the risk of encountering a violent or anti-social incident being slightly higher than for property-related crimes.

February 2026 saw a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 7 to 14 incidents—a sharp jump that may reflect seasonal factors or local events. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 40%, from 20 to 28, though Uttoxeter’s rate of 2.0 per 1,000 remains 14% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, public order offences fell by two-thirds, from 6 to 2, a decline consistent with the winter lull in outdoor activity. Shoplifting increased by 3% above the UK average, despite a 12.5% share of total crimes, while other theft and criminal damage were both significantly below national rates. These shifts suggest a mix of local dynamics and broader seasonal influences, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a key area for monitoring.

Uttoxeter’s crime rate in February 2026 rose 16.4% from 3.9 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly two crimes reported each day—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 220 residents, a monthly exposure rate that positions Uttoxeter as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK. This contrasts with the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, where Uttoxeter’s rate is 28.1% below. The population context further highlights the disparity: with 14,067 residents, the local rate suggests a community where daily life is rarely disrupted by crime, though the increase from January warrants attention. This comparison reinforces that Uttoxeter’s crime profile remains lower than national benchmarks, even as local fluctuations occur.