Skelton Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,392 residents, Skelton recorded 54 crimes in December 2025, equating to 8.5 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 21.4% higher than the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, reflecting a localised pattern that deserves closer attention. The most frequent crimes were violence and sexual offences (15 incidents, 27.8% of total), shoplifting (9 incidents, 16.7%), and criminal damage and arson (8 incidents, 14.8%). These figures align with December's seasonal context—dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and party season—which may contribute to increased visibility of certain crimes. Violence and sexual offences, though higher than the UK average for violent crime overall, were 7% below the national rate for this category, suggesting a nuanced picture. Shoplifting and criminal damage, however, were starkly above UK averages, with shoplifting at 146% and criminal damage at 150% higher than the national figures. This disparity may indicate specific vulnerabilities in local retail environments or property management practices. The data also shows that anti-social behaviour and public order offences, while rising, remain below UK averages, highlighting a mixed profile of crime trends that reflects both local conditions and broader national patterns.

December saw a 100% increase in 'other crime' and drug-related incidents, with five reported drug offences compared to zero in November. This surge aligns with the festive period, when increased social interaction and late-night activity may contribute to such crimes. Public order offences also doubled, reaching six incidents—a 100% rise—potentially linked to the Christmas party season and extended evening hours. Conversely, other theft offences fell by 75%, from four to one, due to reduced shopping activity or increased vigilance during the holiday period. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 40%, from 10 to six, which may reflect seasonal changes in community dynamics. Shoplifting and criminal damage remained significantly above UK averages, with shoplifting at 1.4 per 1,000 (146% above the UK rate of 0.6 per 1,000), indicating persistent challenges in retail crime prevention.

Skelton's crime rate in December 2025 rose to 8.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 15.0% increase from the previous month's 7.4 per 1,000. This translates to roughly two crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that highlights the localised nature of crime trends here. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 118 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for how frequently residents may encounter crime in their daily lives. While the daily crime count remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres, the upward trajectory from November to December suggests a seasonal shift. The population size of 6,392 means that each resident carries a proportionally higher risk compared to the UK average, particularly in categories such as shoplifting and criminal damage, which are significantly above national rates. This contrast between local and national figures underscores the need for targeted interventions specific to Skelton's unique circumstances.