Bracebridge Heath Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking development in December 2025 was the 120% surge in violence and sexual offences, which now constitute half of all recorded crimes in Bracebridge Heath. This unexpected rise—from five to eleven incidents—contrasts with the area's overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents, which remains 45.7% below the UK average of 7.0. While the category of violence and sexual offences is 26% below the UK average, the spike in this month has raised questions about local factors that may have contributed to the shift. The area's crime profile is dominated by violence (50%), anti-social behaviour (18.2%), and burglary (13.6%), with the latter two categories showing notable deviations from national trends. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average, saw a dramatic increase that defies typical seasonal patterns. This anomaly may be linked to the Christmas shopping peak, party season, and extended dark evenings, which can create environments conducive to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, while stable at four incidents, remains 25% below the UK average, suggesting a generally low level of disruptive activity. Burglary, meanwhile, jumped by 200%, with three incidents reported compared to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This significant deviation raises questions about local vulnerabilities that may have emerged during the month. The overall crime rate, though modest, illustrates a combination of seasonal dynamics and localized factors that require further analysis.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 120% increase in violence and sexual offences, jumping from 5 to 11 incidents. This spike, which now accounts for 50% of all recorded crimes, contrasts sharply with the 26% below UK average rate for this category. Meanwhile, burglary surged by 200%—a jump from one to three incidents—placing the area 79% above the UK average for this crime type. Other notable shifts include a 100% rise in robbery (from 0 to 1) and a 75% drop in other theft (from 4 to 1). Anti-social behaviour remained relatively stable at 4 incidents, though this still represents 25% below the UK average. The most unexpected finding, however, is the 200% increase in burglary, which defies typical seasonal trends and suggests a specific local factor may be at play. For residents, the burglary spike highlights the need for heightened vigilance during the festive period.

Bracebridge Heath's crime rate in December 2025 rose by 4.7% compared to November 2025, increasing from 3.6 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 7.0 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day across the 31-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with the area's overall safety profile. On a monthly scale, this equates to one crime for every 264 residents, illustrating the relatively sparse distribution of incidents even during peak seasonal periods. The population context further underscores this: with 5,815 residents, the area's crime exposure remains minimal compared to larger urban centres. This low level of activity, despite the 4.7% increase, suggests that local factors—such as seasonal dynamics and community resilience—are likely playing a role in maintaining the area's safety profile.