Ledbury Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ledbury’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.5% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with the national trend, where the area’s lower population density and rural character likely contribute to its comparatively safer profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.9% of all incidents—a rate (3.0 per 1,000) that aligns closely with the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.7% of total crimes, with a rate (1.3 per 1,000) 16% below the national figure. This may reflect the area’s quieter, more community-focused environment, where local enforcement and informal social controls can mitigate minor disturbances. Seasonal factors in July, including the height of the tourist season and the closure of schools, likely influence crime patterns. For instance, the surge in public order offences and vehicle crime may be tied to increased foot traffic and temporary populations during festivals and events. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident in categories like shoplifting (54% below UK average) and drugs-related crimes (64% below UK average), which may be attributed to limited commercial activity and lower levels of transient populations compared to urban areas. These dynamics illustrate how Ledbury’s unique demographic and geographic profile shapes its crime picture, even as broader seasonal pressures create localized fluctuations.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in public order offences, burglary, and vehicle crime—each rising by 200%, 200%, and 150% respectively compared to June. These surges, particularly in public order incidents, may partly explain the overall rate’s jump from 4.6 to 7.7 per 1,000. The breakdown of crime types reveals a mixed picture: while violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) align closely with the UK average, criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) are 48% above the national rate. Conversely, shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) is 54% below the UK average, a trend likely linked to the area’s smaller retail footprint compared to urban centres. For residents, the 150% rise in vehicle crime—a category where Ledbury’s rate (0.5 per 1,000) is 28% above the UK average—may prompt increased caution around car parks and rural roads during the summer tourist season.

Ledbury's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 7.7 per 1,000 residents, a 67.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This shift reflects a localised uptick in reported incidents. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day during July—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak summer activity. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 131 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 9,409. This statistic, combined with the seasonal context of festivals and tourist visits, suggests that transient population movements may influence local crime patterns. While the increase from June is notable, the overall rate still positions Ledbury as safer than the national average, a trend consistent with its rural character and lower population density compared to major urban centres.