Plymouth Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Plymouth’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 8.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.1% above the UK average of 7.0. This discrepancy highlights a localised pattern that contrasts with national trends, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46% of all reported crimes. The city’s crime profile reflects a mix of urban and coastal dynamics, with violent crimes dominating the landscape, followed by anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended party hours, and darker evenings—likely contributes to the elevated rates observed. For instance, the spike in public order offences may be linked to increased social gatherings, while the persistence of violence and sexual offences could be tied to the city’s population density and the challenges of maintaining safety in densely populated areas. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average for this category, remains a significant concern, influenced by the pressures of the holiday season. The data also reveals a notable absence of certain crime types, such as bicycle theft, which was 100% below the UK average, reflecting effective local initiatives or the city’s unique transportation infrastructure. These findings underscore the need for targeted strategies that address both the seasonal fluctuations and the structural factors shaping Plymouth’s crime picture.

December 2025 saw notable month-on-month increases in robbery (+55.6%), public order offences (+53.3%), and vehicle crime (+45.8%). These rises may partly explain the overall rate remaining above the UK average, despite a slight decrease from the prior month. Conversely, bicycle theft and other crime fell by 31.3% and 30.8%, respectively, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in activity or improved local initiatives. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46% of all crimes, a category that was 48% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends suggests local factors—such as the city’s coastal location and festive season dynamics—may be influencing patterns. Public order offences, which include disturbances in public spaces, rose sharply, linked to the holiday season’s impact on community interactions. Meanwhile, vehicle crime’s increase could be tied to increased traffic or the presence of unattended vehicles during the festive period.

Plymouth's crime rate in December 2025 remained stable at 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a 1.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.3. This minor fluctuation suggests consistency in overall crime trends, though the area still records a rate 17.1% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the city experienced approximately 72 crimes per day, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents even when aggregated over a month. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of crime relative to the population of 272,067. While the rate remains stable, this exposure figure underscores the need for continued attention to local policing strategies, particularly given the seasonal factors influencing crime patterns in the area. The population context further illustrates that the impact of crime is distributed across households, with each resident facing a calculated risk that, while measurable, does not necessarily reflect individual experiences.