Holbury Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Holbury’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, significantly lower than the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 (23.3% below). This marked a departure from the usual seasonal patterns typically observed in rural areas with tourist activity, where crime rates often rise during summer. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.9% of all reported crimes (27 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.3%) and public order offences (15.4%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal context: July is a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events, which may partly explain the elevated levels of public order and violence-related incidents. The rate of anti-social behaviour in Holbury was 23% below the UK average, suggesting a localised effectiveness in managing community disturbances. Meanwhile, public order offences were 56% above the national average, indicating potential challenges in crowd control during events. The lower-than-average burglary rate (0.4 per 1,000, 48% above UK) and other theft (82% below UK) may reflect the area’s rural character, where fewer commercial properties and transient populations contribute to reduced opportunities for such crimes. However, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences warrants closer examination of local factors, such as increased foot traffic or temporary population shifts during festivals.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in July 2025 was a 145.5% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 11 to 27 incidents. This surge, which brought the category’s rate to 3.4 per 1,000 (12% above the UK average), contrasts sharply with the 50% decrease in other theft (from 2 to 1 incidents). Vehicle crime also saw a 100% increase, with one incident reported in July compared to none in June, potentially linked to seasonal travel or increased vehicle presence during festivals. Anti-social behaviour rose by 80%, from 5 to 9 incidents, though Holbury’s rate remained 23% below the UK average for this category. These shifts highlight a growing concern around public safety during peak tourist periods, even as other crime types remain relatively low. Residents may find the daily crime count (roughly 2 incidents per day) a useful benchmark for understanding local risks. The stark divergence between violence rates and property crime rates (which fell to 6 incidents, or 1.2 per 1,000) underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing heightened social tensions.

Holbury’s crime rate in July 2025 (6.6 per 1,000) marked a 48.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000, reflecting a sharp upward trend. This rise contrasts with the area’s typically stable crime profile during summer, which is often characterised by lower rates due to seasonal tourism management. On a daily basis, Holbury experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while modest, represents a localised spike compared to the previous month. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for the population’s exposure to crime. With a population of 7,852, this rate suggests that while individual risk remains relatively low, the cumulative impact of incidents like violence and public order offences is notable. This comparison to the previous month’s figures highlights the volatility of crime patterns in response to events such as festivals, which may draw larger crowds and create temporary imbalances in community safety. The data also reveals that Holbury’s crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with violent crime rates significantly higher than expected for a rural area, while property crime remains well below national levels.