Lichfield Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Lichfield’s crime rate for February 2026 stands at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This performance contrasts with national trends, reflecting a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime picture, accounting for 37.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.4%) and vehicle crime (13.0%). These figures suggest a combination of urban demographics and seasonal patterns. February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, likely contributes to lower overall crime rates compared to busier periods. However, the significant disparity in vehicle crime—100% above the UK average—raises questions about local transportation patterns or enforcement priorities. The area’s relatively low rates of burglary, shoplifting, and theft from the person align with its character as a largely residential and historically significant town, where community cohesion and lower population density may act as deterrents. The crime profile illustrates a balance between persistent challenges in violent crime and areas where Lichfield outperforms national benchmarks, offering insights into the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives.

February 2026 saw a stark 78.6% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 42 to 75 incidents. This surge, which places Lichfield’s rate 100% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), contrasts sharply with a 50% drop in theft from the person, which fell from 2 to 1. The shift in crime mix also reveals a relative decrease in property crimes, with violent offences accounting for 37.6% of all incidents—slightly lower than the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains a persistent concern, contributing 14.4% of total crimes, though still 23% below the UK average. The most notable month-on-month change is the 42.9% rise in robbery, from 7 to 10 incidents, a trend that could signal evolving patterns in targeted crime. These fluctuations highlight the need for tailored strategies to address specific vulnerabilities, such as vehicle crime, while maintaining efforts to sustain the area’s generally lower rates in other categories.

Lichfield’s February 2026 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 represents a 4.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000. This upward shift, though modest, underscores the volatility of crime trends even in relatively stable areas. On a daily basis, the town recorded an average of 21 crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than many urban centres, remains a tangible presence for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Lichfield’s population of 111,932, highlights the scale of policing required to manage local challenges. This rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests that Lichfield’s community structures and geographic characteristics—such as its mix of historic and modern housing, along with lower population density—may contribute to its overall safety. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime indicates that specific factors, such as changes in traffic patterns or enforcement coverage, could be influencing local conditions. These figures provide a snapshot of how Lichfield’s crime profile interacts with both national trends and local realities.