Ryde Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ryde, 7.4 crimes were reported in February 2026, placing the area 15.6% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of roughly 6 crimes per day across the built-up area, with one reported crime occurring for every 135 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 52.8% of all incidents (94 cases), significantly exceeding the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000 (68% above). Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed closely, with the latter category 71% above the UK average. These figures align with the area's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, where winter months may see shifts in social dynamics. The seasonal context of February—a low point for outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the dominance of indoor-related crimes, though the high proportion of violent offences suggests other factors at play. Unlike many rural areas, Ryde's built-up nature and proximity to visitor attractions likely contribute to the elevated rates of public order and anti-social behaviour, which often peak during periods of reduced daylight and colder weather.

February 2026 saw a 133.3% increase in drug-related crimes compared to the previous month, rising from 3 to 7 cases. This surge, while still below the UK average for drugs (0.2 per 1,000), highlights a notable shift in the crime mix. Public order offences also rose sharply by 54.5%, from 11 to 17 cases, marking a 71% gap above the UK average. In contrast, burglary and vehicle crime both declined significantly—burglary fell by 66.7% (9 to 3 cases), and vehicle crime dropped by 50.0% (6 to 3 cases), both well below their respective UK averages. The violent crime category, which dominates the local landscape, remains 68% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences (3.9 per 1,000 vs 2.3 per 1,000). This disparity may reflect Ryde's proximity to major transport links and its status as a year-round destination, where transient populations could contribute to higher rates of violent incidents. Residents should be particularly aware of the rising drug-related activity, which may indicate changes in local patterns or increased policing focus in certain areas.

Ryde's crime rate in February 2026 fell by 9.2% compared to the previous month's rate of 8.2 per 1,000.6% above the UK average. This monthly decline contrasts with the persistent elevation in violent crime and the recent surge in drug-related incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 6 crimes per day in February, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents than aggregate statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 135 residents, a rate that, while lower than the previous month's equivalent (1-in-107), still places Ryde among the higher-risk areas in the UK. When scaled to the population of 24,050, the 178 total crimes reported represent a significant burden for a relatively small community. This figure also underscores the impact of the area's built-up nature, where higher population density may concentrate both crime and policing resources. While the overall rate has decreased from the previous month, the composition of crimes—particularly the dominance of violence and public order offences—suggests that local factors, such as social interactions in shared spaces, continue to shape the crime profile more than broader demographic trends.