Ross-on-Wye Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violent crimes dominated Ross-on-Wye’s crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 31.2% of all incidents reported. With a total crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, the area remained 30.9% below the UK average, highlighting its relatively safe status within Herefordshire’s built-up areas. The 19 violent crimes recorded included assaults and sexual offences, which may be linked to the area’s small-town character and the influx of visitors during the early summer season. Anti-social behaviour, at 17 incidents (27.9% of total), emerged as the second most common category, likely influenced by increased foot traffic in the town centre as tourism began to pick up. This aligns with seasonal patterns, as longer daylight hours and the start of the summer holidays often correlate with higher levels of public activity and associated disorder. However, the sharp decline in criminal damage and arson (down 71.4% from 14 to 4) suggests that community efforts or environmental factors may be mitigating these incidents. The low rate of burglary (1 incident) and vehicle crime (1 incident) further reinforces the area’s overall safety, though the rise in anti-social behaviour indicates a need for targeted strategies to address this growing concern. As a market town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, Ross-on-Wye’s crime picture reflects the challenges and opportunities of managing public safety in a smaller urban setting, where community engagement can play a pivotal role in shaping outcomes.

June 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 183.3% (from 6 to 17 incidents) while criminal damage and arson plummeted by 71.4% (from 14 to 4). This shift may reflect seasonal patterns, as the start of summer often brings more public gatherings that could contribute to anti-social activity. Violent crimes remained the dominant category, accounting for 31.2% of all incidents, but this rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 41% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 50% (from 8 to 4), aligning with broader declines in property crime categories. For residents, the most immediate concern is the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which could indicate a need for increased community engagement or policing in public spaces. The drop in burglary (from 2 to 1) and vehicle crime (from 2 to 1) also suggests that targeted interventions in these areas may be yielding results. However, the increase in public order offences (+12.5%) highlights a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety during the summer months.

Ross-on-Wye’s crime rate in June 2025 fell by 10.2% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 61 crimes recorded over 30 days, the area experienced an average of two crimes per day—well below the UK average for comparable built-up areas. This equates to one reported crime for every 180 residents over the month, suggesting a relatively low level of exposure compared to larger urban centres. The drop in criminal damage and arson by 71.4% (from 14 to 4) may partly reflect seasonal factors, as summer months typically see fewer incidents of vandalism linked to colder weather or darker evenings. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour (+183.3%) highlights a local challenge that could be tied to increased foot traffic during the early summer season. When viewed through a population lens, the area’s crime rate remains 30.9% below the UK average, reinforcing its position as a safer community within Herefordshire’s rural-urban mix. For residents, this means a lower likelihood of encountering crime than in many other parts of the country, though targeted efforts may still be needed to address specific rising concerns.