Calverton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Calverton's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance, while commendable, masks a significant shift in the nature of criminal activity, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 51% of all reported incidents, far exceeding their share in the UK overall. This stark contrast to the UK's 2.9 per 1,000 average for this category (19% above) raises questions about local factors that may be driving such a pronounced increase. The seasonal context of June—a time when summer tourism begins in nearby coastal areas—could influence local crime patterns, though Calverton's built-up character suggests a different dynamic than purely tourist-driven hotspots. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained 44% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's relatively stable community environment or effective policing strategies. The overall crime profile shows a marked imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the latter contributing only 20.4% of total incidents. This divergence from the UK average, where property crimes typically make up a larger share, may be linked to Calverton's urban density and the limited presence of high-traffic retail zones that often drive shoplifting. The absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary, combined with the unexpected rise in theft from the person, points to a combination of local factors that require further analysis. As the summer season progresses, monitoring these trends will be critical to understanding whether June's patterns are isolated or part of a broader shift in the area's crime ecology.

June 2025 saw a striking 100% increase in three specific crime types: theft from the person, bicycle theft, and shoplifting, all of which rose from zero to one incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores a shift in criminal activity that may reflect seasonal factors like summer tourism or changes in local retail patterns. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 66.7% compared to May, a decrease that could be linked to reduced commuter traffic or enhanced security measures. The crime mix also shifted significantly, with violent crimes accounting for 51% of all reported incidents—far above the UK average for this category (19% above). Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 44% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or a lower prevalence of such incidents in Calverton. These contrasting trends highlight the complexity of local crime dynamics, where some categories rise sharply while others decline, requiring tailored responses from local authorities.

Calverton's crime rate in June 2025 rose by 11.4% compared to May, moving from 6.0 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Monthly exposure reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 150 residents over the course of June, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the increase. This monthly aggregate does not reflect daily fluctuations, which may be influenced by factors like seasonal tourism or local events. The population context is critical: with 7,345 residents, the absolute number of crimes (49) remains low, aligning with Calverton's position as a built-up area with generally lower crime rates compared to the UK average. However, the rise in violent crimes and specific categories like theft from the person suggests targeted attention may be warranted in certain pockets of the area.