Ledbury Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Ledbury’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 39.1% deficit compared to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure places the area among the safest in the country, though the composition of crimes offers nuanced insights. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 37.8% of all incidents, a rate 35% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.9%, while public order offences contributed 10.8%. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—likely contributes to the subdued overall rate, as colder weather and reduced social interactions typically deter certain types of crime. However, the data also highlights specific vulnerabilities. For instance, burglary, though relatively rare, is 60% above the UK average, suggesting local factors such as property density or unmonitored areas may play a role. Similarly, ‘other crime’—a category encompassing unclassified or emerging offences—surged dramatically. These patterns align with Ledbury’s character as a built-up area within Herefordshire’s rural landscape, where urban amenities coexist with low population density, potentially creating pockets of risk. The contrast between Ledbury’s lower violent crime rates and its elevated burglary figures underscores the need for targeted awareness, particularly around property security. As the month progressed into early spring, the data hints at a pre-spring lull, yet the surge in unclassified crimes suggests that evolving criminal tactics or shifting demographic patterns may require further scrutiny.

February 2026 saw a stark rise in ‘other crime’—a category encompassing unclassified or less common offences—jumping 200% from January’s single report to three incidents. This surge, while not yet defined by specific details, signals a shift in criminal activity patterns that residents should note. Concurrently, burglary increased by 33.3%, rising from three to four incidents, a trend that places Ledbury 60% above the UK average for this category. Such a deviation from national norms may reflect local vulnerabilities, such as targeted property crimes in quieter, less monitored areas. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both fell sharply—by 66.7%—possibly linked to reduced foot traffic and colder weather deterring outdoor theft. The data also reveals that violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.8% of all crimes, though this rate is 35% below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of lower violent crime in the area.

Ledbury’s crime rate in February 2026 dropped to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 22.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.1 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with the typical seasonal lull in winter, when outdoor activity diminishes and community interactions shift indoors. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 28-day period, reflecting a relatively low baseline of criminal activity. When scaled to the population of 9,409, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 254 residents—a figure that underscores the area’s overall safety compared to national averages. While the drop is notable, the persistence of specific crime types, such as burglary and other crimes, suggests targeted awareness remains necessary for residents. The comparison to the UK average highlights Ledbury’s resilience, yet local patterns reveal areas requiring closer attention.