Plymouth Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Plymouth's crime rate in July 2025 reached 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.9% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour dominating the crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.5% of all reported incidents, driven by the city's summer tourism peak and the concentration of nightlife activity in the dockside areas. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000, rose sharply during the month, likely exacerbated by the proliferation of festivals and events that draw large crowds to the city centre. The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, outdoor events, and increased foot traffic—may have contributed to this trend, with public order offences and shoplifting also showing notable increases. While vehicle crime remained below the UK average, the overall pattern suggests a need for heightened awareness in areas with high concentrations of transient populations. The city's coastal character, combined with its role as a major tourist destination, means that crime patterns often reflect the rhythms of seasonal activity, with July serving as a critical period for law enforcement and community safety initiatives.

July 2025 saw a 25.6% month-on-month increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 426 to 535. This surge aligns with the summer tourism peak and the proliferation of outdoor festivals, which can amplify noise complaints and public disturbances. Violent crimes, already 45% above the UK average, accounted for 42.5% of all reported incidents, with the rate at 4.4 per 1,000 residents. A notable 25% rise in vehicle crime, from 52 to 65 incidents, may be linked to increased car traffic during the holiday season. Conversely, bicycle theft fell 18.2% (11 to 9), possibly due to lower usage during the summer months. These shifts in crime mix underscore the need for targeted policing in high-traffic areas and community engagement during festivals.

Plymouth's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 9.7% increase from 9.5 per 1,000 in June. This translates to approximately 91 crimes reported daily, a figure that underscores the heightened activity during the summer months. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a population of 272,067. This monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, reflects a local pattern consistent with Plymouth's status as a coastal tourist destination. The increase is most pronounced in violent and anti-social behaviour, which together account for over 60% of all reported crimes, suggesting a need for community vigilance during peak seasonal activity.