Ledbury Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Ledbury’s crime profile in October 2025, accounting for 34.1% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, remains 40% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, suggesting local measures may be mitigating severe crimes. Public order and anti-social behaviour followed, each contributing 11.4% of total crimes, though both categories are significantly below national averages—anti-social behaviour by 60% and public order by 6%. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 39% below the UK’s 7.7, reflects a broader trend of lower violence and property crime in Herefordshire’s built-up areas. Seasonal factors likely influenced these figures: darker evenings in October, compounded by Halloween, may have increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and vehicle crime, both tripling from September, points to potential situational pressures, such as increased foot traffic during seasonal events or changes in retail security practices. Ledbury’s relatively low crime rate, despite these spikes, aligns with its status as a small, low-density built-up area within Herefordshire, where community networks and local policing may play a role in maintaining safety. The interplay of these factors—seasonal activity, retail dynamics, and community engagement—illustrates a town managing crime through a combination of environmental design, policing, and social cohesion.

October saw sharp increases in shoplifting and vehicle crime, both tripling from one to four incidents—a 300% rise. This surge may partly explain the overall rate increase. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 44.4% compared to September, a decline that could reflect seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings or local initiatives. Violence and sexual offences, while still the dominant category, remain 40% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, suggesting Ledbury’s approach to community safety may be effective in curbing severe incidents. The category of 'other crime' stood out as 76% above the UK average, though its low absolute count (three incidents) means its impact is limited. Residents may find the shoplifting increase particularly relevant, given the area’s retail presence and the timing of Halloween, which often coincides with spikes in such activity.

Ledbury's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 42.2% compared to the previous month, climbing from 3.3 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 39% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity in a small built-up area. When considering the monthly exposure, residents faced a 1-in-214 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime during October—a statistic that, while low, underscores the importance of community vigilance. The population context further highlights that even small shifts in crime trends can have meaningful local impacts, particularly in a town where community cohesion is central to safety. This rise contrasts with the previous month’s stability, suggesting potential seasonal or situational factors may be influencing current patterns.