Liverpool Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Liverpool’s crime rate of 10.1 per 1,000 residents places the city 50.7% above the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure, while stable compared to January’s 10.2 per 1,000, highlights the persistent challenges faced by a major UK city with a complex mix of urban and industrial characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 38.1% of all reported incidents, a rate 62% higher than the UK average. Public order offences (10.3% of total crimes) and drugs-related incidents (10.0%) also significantly exceed national norms, reflecting the pressures of a densely populated, economically diverse metropolitan area. Seasonal context suggests that February’s low outdoor activity may have limited some crimes, yet the city’s high levels of violent and drug-related crime remain consistent with its role as a regional hub. For residents, this translates to a daily risk of encountering 183 crimes—a figure that, while not extreme, underscores the need for vigilance in areas with high foot traffic or limited police presence. The city’s crime profile is shaped by its history as a post-industrial port city, where economic disparities and high population density continue to influence crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour.2% from January, remains a concern in residential areas with limited community engagement. These factors collectively illustrate a crime picture that, while not uniquely extreme, demands targeted policing and community initiatives to address its underlying drivers.

February 2025 saw a 22.9% increase in robbery, with the number of incidents rising from 48 to 59. This surge, though not statistically extreme, may partly explain heightened vigilance in high-traffic areas like the city centre and major transport hubs. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 18.4%, from 38 to 31, a decrease that aligns with reduced footfall during the winter months. Vehicle crime also dropped by 14.6%, from 219 to 187, possibly reflecting lower outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for opportunistic theft. Violence and sexual offences (38.1% of all crimes) remain 62% above the UK average, a disparity consistent with Liverpool’s historical challenges in addressing violent crime in densely populated neighbourhoods. The drugs category (10.0% of all crimes) is 300% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect Liverpool’s role as a regional hub for illicit activity.

Liverpool’s February 2025 crime rate (10.1 per 1,000 residents) remained stable compared to the previous month’s 10.2 per 1,000, reflecting a -1.4% change. While the overall rate shows no significant shift, the daily context reveals 183 crimes reported each day—a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 99 residents, translating to a monthly exposure that, while not alarmingly high, remains above the UK average. This statistic is particularly relevant for residents who may encounter crime during routine activities, such as commuting or shopping, which are common in Liverpool’s densely populated urban centres. The population context further highlights that the rate is driven by the city’s size and demographic density, with limited seasonal mitigation in February’s typically low outdoor activity period.