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

Ross-on-Wye's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 23.5% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance underscores the area's consistent safety record, particularly notable in a built-up region within Herefordshire. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 27.9% of all crimes, though they remained 40% below the UK average. The seasonal context of May—characterized by longer evenings and increased outdoor socializing—likely contributes to the 300% surge in public order offences, a category that saw a dramatic rise from 2 to 8 incidents. This shift may reflect heightened activity in the town's historic core, where tourism and local events often intersect. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 57.1%, potentially linked to targeted interventions or seasonal patterns. The balance between property and violent crime remained skewed toward the latter, with 19 violent incidents compared to 30 property crimes. This mix aligns with Ross-on-Wye's character as a small, historic town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where community policing and low population density likely play a role in maintaining lower crime rates. The UK comparison further highlights the area's effectiveness in managing violent crime, which remains significantly below national benchmarks, despite the public order spike.

Public order offences saw a dramatic 300% increase in May 2025, rising from 2 to 8 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in criminal damage and arson (7 to 14), marks a stark contrast to the previous month's trends. Violence and sexual offences remained 40% below the UK average (1.7 vs 2.8 per 1,000), reflecting a persistent safety advantage in this area. Anti-social behaviour fell 57.1% (14 to 6), potentially linked to seasonal changes in community activity. Other theft incidents doubled (1 to 3), a category that sits just 4% above the UK average. For residents, the daily crime rate of 2 incidents per day provides a tangible benchmark for local safety awareness, particularly in light of the public order spike.

Ross-on-Wye's crime rate in May 2025 remained stable compared to April, with a 1.5% increase from 6.1 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the town's historically low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Ross-on-Wye well below the UK average for similar-sized communities. This figure is particularly notable given the area's small population and rural-urban mix, where community engagement and localized policing may contribute to sustained stability. The population context further highlights the relatively low impact of crime on daily life, with only 68 total incidents reported across 11,000 residents.