Burntwood Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 marked a month of contrasting crime trends in Burntwood, a built-up area within Lichfield. The overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents placed the area 34.3% below the UK average of 7.0, a consistent position that reflects long-term safety improvements. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.6%) and shoplifting (10.1%). These figures align with the area's urban character, where high foot traffic and commercial activity may contribute to both violent and property-related crimes. The seasonal context of December—characterised by dark evenings, holiday-related absences, and the peak of Christmas shopping—likely influenced these patterns. While violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average, the drop in shoplifting by 48.1% may be linked to reduced retail hours and increased security measures during the festive season. Anti-social behaviour, though also lower than the UK average, saw a 27.3% decrease from November, due to community efforts or the closure of certain venues over the holidays. The data suggests that Burntwood's crime profile is shaped by a combination of local demographics, infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms, with certain categories showing resilience against typical holiday spikes.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in drugs-related crimes, rising from three to ten incidents. This jump, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, raises questions about local factors contributing to the surge. Burglary also rose sharply by 150%, moving from two to five reported cases, a trend that may reflect seasonal vulnerabilities in homes left unoccupied during the holidays. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 48.1% to 14 incidents, likely influenced by reduced retail activity during the Christmas period. The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.3% of all crimes, a category that remains 26% below the UK average. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal patterns and local crime dynamics, with some categories fluctuating in line with expected trends while others defy them.

Burntwood's crime rate in December 2025 remained stable at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in November. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall safety levels over the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity and seasonal factors. Over the course of December, one crime was reported for every 219 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the stability in Burntwood contrasts with broader national trends, particularly in categories like drugs and burglary, which saw notable month-on-month increases. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the low overall rate, specific crime types may still demand attention from local authorities and residents.