Ventnor Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Ventnor's crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 54.8% of all reported incidents. This category, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents, sits 20% above the UK average for the same category, a contrast to the area's overall rate of 5.6 per 1,000—which is 21.1% below the national average. The dominance of violent crime in a relatively low-crime area may reflect local demographic factors, such as the presence of a transient population or specific community tensions. Seasonal context appears relevant: January's reduced retail footfall and shorter days align with lower property crime rates. The area's built-up character, typical of coastal towns, may contribute to higher violent crime rates compared to rural regions, where isolation often deters such offences. Despite this, Ventnor's overall safety remains notable, with categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences far below UK averages. The 21.1% gap from the national rate underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community engagement strategies, though the focus on violent crime suggests targeted efforts may be needed to address this specific challenge. The low property crime rate, particularly in vehicle-related offences, could be attributed to the area's compact size, which may limit opportunities for such crimes compared to sprawling urban centres.

January 2025 saw a 50% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 4 to 6 cases, a shift that may reflect seasonal retail patterns or changes in local foot traffic. Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 100%, moving from zero to one reported incident, a change that could be linked to post-holiday vehicle movements or increased car ownership. Violent crimes remained the largest category, contributing 54.8% of total incidents, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000—20% above the UK average for this category. This divergence highlights the area's unique challenges compared to national trends. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 75%, from 4 to 1, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 66.7%, suggesting potential success in local interventions or changes in community activity. These fluctuations, particularly in property-related crimes, may offer insights into how Ventnor's compact built-up area interacts with seasonal crime patterns.

Ventnor's crime rate in January 2025 fell to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 38% drop from the previous month's 9.0 per 1,000. This decline places the area significantly below its own historical trend, suggesting a potential shift in local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime every 31 days, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 180 residents. When scaled to the population of 5,588, this indicates that roughly 3% of the population encountered a crime during the month. Such a low frequency, despite the dominance of violent offences, may reflect the area's compact size and strong community networks, which could contribute to faster incident resolution or reporting. The contrast between Ventnor's overall rate and the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000 further underscores the area's relative safety, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and public order, where rates are below national levels. This suggests that local factors—such as tourism management or policing strategies—may be influencing outcomes differently than in larger urban centres.