Rothwell Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a distinct shift in Rothwell's crime profile, with the area's overall rate of 7.1 per 1,000 remaining 17.4% below the UK average of 8.6. This figure, though lower than the national benchmark, reflects a 26.2% month-on-month increase from June's 5.6 per 1,000. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (36.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.6%), which significantly outpaced the UK average by 42%. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism activity—likely contributes to the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and violence, as outdoor events and increased foot traffic in public spaces may amplify such incidents. Meanwhile, the sharp 200% rise in drug-related crimes to 3 cases suggests a potential localised trend warranting further attention. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) was 14% below Rothwell's rate, indicating a higher concentration of such crimes in this built-up area compared to the national average. This pattern may be influenced by Rothwell's urban character, where public spaces and community interactions create environments more susceptible to interpersonal conflicts. The relative underperformance of property crimes, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both below UK averages by 85% and 74% respectively, highlights the area's lower exposure to theft-related incidents, linked to its smaller population and less dense retail presence.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average, signals a potential shift in local patterns. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, jumping from 11 to 22 incidents, a stark contrast to the 36.1% share of total crimes attributed to violence and sexual offences. Burglary cases doubled from 0 to 2, highlighting vulnerabilities in property security. However, some categories showed marked declines: vehicle crime fell by 50%, and criminal damage and arson decreased by 33.3%. These fluctuations underscore the uneven nature of crime trends, with anti-social behaviour significantly outpacing the UK average by 42%, while public order offences fell 53% below the national benchmark. Residents may find the 1-in-141 monthly exposure rate particularly relevant for understanding local risk profiles.

Rothwell's crime rate in July 2025 rose 26.2% compared to June, marking a significant shift from the previous month's 5.6 per 1,000 to the current 7.1 per 1,000. This increase, though still below the UK average, reflects a localised uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in Rothwell's built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 141 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 10,164 people. While this rate remains lower than the UK average, the month-on-month jump suggests a need to examine local factors influencing this trend. The population context further illustrates how crime distribution interacts with demographic density from these figures alone.