Melton Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Melton's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 28.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance underscores the area's consistent safety record, though the composition of crimes reveals a distinct profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the breakdown, accounting for 43.5% of all reported crimes (137 incidents), a rate of 2.5 per 1,000 that is 13% below the UK average. This category's prominence may reflect the area's social dynamics, with seasonal factors like the peak holiday period potentially influencing patterns of interaction and activity. Anti-social behaviour followed at 18.7% (59 incidents), a rate of 1.1 per 1,000 that is 25% below the UK average, suggesting a community that manages conflict relatively effectively. Public order offences (28 incidents, 8.9% of total) and criminal damage (27 incidents, 8.6% of total) also contributed to the mix, both significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of August—characterised by increased tourism and the potential for empty homes during holidays—may partially explain the absence of a notable spike in burglary, which remains at 0.1 per 1,000 (7 incidents), 63% below the UK average. While the overall rate remains low, the rise in violent crime compared to the previous month raises questions about the interplay between local factors and national trends. The data illustrates a complex picture where Melton's lower crime rates coexist with the need for vigilance against specific emerging trends.

August saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with Other crime surging 200% (from 2 to 6) and Violence and sexual offences rising 52.2% (90 to 137). This increase in violent crime—now accounting for 43.5% of total crimes—marks a significant shift in the crime profile, though it remains 13% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, Robbery plummeted 66.7% (from 3 to 1), and Drugs fell 66.7% (from 9 to 3), suggesting a possible realignment in criminal activity. Shoplifting in Melton is 68% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a statistic that may reassure local retailers and residents. The 10 crimes reported daily provide a concrete benchmark for understanding local safety, with the most significant outlier being the sharp rise in Other crime—a category that includes unclassified or less common offences. These fluctuations, while not definitive indicators of underlying causes, offer insight into the dynamic nature of crime in Melton during peak holiday months.

Melton's crime rate in August 2025 rose 4.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.6 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents. This slight increase contrasts with the area's overall 28.4% below the UK average, highlighting its consistent performance relative to national trends. Locally, 10 crimes were reported per day on average, a figure that reflects the area's low overall rate but remains a tangible metric for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 172 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average but notable for its specificity. With a population of 54,052, the 315 total crimes reported in August represent a manageable proportion of the community, though the slight upward trend warrants attention to emerging patterns. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Melton remains a relatively safe area, with crime levels that are lower than the UK average for most categories. This context is critical for residents and policymakers assessing the area's safety profile against both local and national benchmarks.