Lichfield Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 marked a notable shift in Lichfield's crime profile, with several categories showing significant changes. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 21.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reinforcing its position as a relatively safe local authority district. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.9% of all reported crimes, though this rate is 7% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 14.5% of total crimes, and is 32% below the national average. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers' week—may have influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic and social activity in certain areas potentially contributing to both rises and falls in specific crime types. Vehicle crime remains 50% above the UK average (0.6 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a figure that could be attributed to Lichfield's role as a commuter hub and the presence of major roads and parking facilities. This contrast with the lower rates of theft-related crimes, such as shoplifting (51% below UK average) and other theft (40% below), suggests that Lichfield's retail environment and community engagement may act as deterrents. The area's mixed urban-rural character, with a population of 111,932, likely contributes to its unique crime profile, where lower density areas may see reduced opportunities for certain types of crime compared to more densely populated regions.

September 2025 saw a sharp 75% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 4 to 7 incidents. This spike, though still low compared to the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), may reflect seasonal factors such as increased alcohol consumption during university freshers' week. Criminal damage and arson also rose by 40%, from 30 to 42 cases, a trend consistent with the transition to darker evenings and heightened anti-social behaviour in public spaces. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by nearly 20%, from 117 to 94 incidents, possibly linked to the start of the academic term and reduced late-night activity in certain areas. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences remain the most common crime type (41.9% of total), though this category is 7% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, is 50% above the UK average (0.6 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a figure that may be influenced by Lichfield's commuter routes and parking infrastructure.

Lichfield's crime rate in September 2025 rose to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 7.2% increase from 5.4 per 1,000 in August. This places the area 21.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, maintaining its status as one of the safer local authority districts nationally. Daily crime figures show 22 crimes reported each day in September, a rate that remains lower than many urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 172 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that is more relatable than raw numbers alone. With a population of 111,932, the localised impact of crime is diluted compared to denser areas, though the recent uptick in specific categories warrants attention. The population context also highlights that Lichfield's lower crime rate is consistent with its character as a mixed urban-rural district, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to the overall safety profile.