Ashingdon Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 6,382, the 20 crimes reported in December 2025 equate to a rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents—a figure that is 55.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Ashingdon’s relative safety, though the composition of crimes reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 75% of all incidents, with 15 recorded cases, marking a 150% increase from November. This surge, while still 7% below the UK average for the category, raises questions about localized triggers, such as the holiday season’s impact on community dynamics. Other theft and vehicle crime, though modest in volume, also saw significant month-on-month rises, remaining 42% and 46% below UK averages respectively. The seasonal context of December—characterized by dark evenings, empty homes over the holidays, and peak Christmas shopping—likely contributes to these patterns. While the overall rate remains low, the dominance of violent crime over property crime deviates from national trends, where property crimes often dominate. This discrepancy may reflect Ashingdon’s specific character, though further data would be needed to confirm. The low crime rate, combined with the sharp increase in violent incidents, suggests a need for targeted analysis of local factors, such as the area’s proximity to retail hubs or changes in community engagement during the festive period.

December 2025 marked a dramatic shift in Ashingdon’s crime profile, with violence and sexual offences increasing by 150% to 15 incidents—compared to six in November. This spike, though still 7% below the UK average for the category, suggests a sharp uptick in local tensions or seasonal pressures. Other theft also rose by 100%, from one to two incidents, and vehicle crime doubled from zero to one, both remaining significantly below UK rates. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 75% of all reported incidents—contrasts with the UK average, where violence constitutes a smaller share. This imbalance may reflect local factors such as the area’s character. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 15 violent offences, which, while not exceeding the UK average, represent a stark month-on-month increase. These figures highlight the need for localized analysis, as the surge in violence and theft appears disconnected from broader national trends.

Ashingdon's crime rate in December 2025 rose sharply to 3.1 per 1,000 residents, an 184.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This surge, though still far below the UK average, highlights a significant shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported every 31 days, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 319 residents. This figure underscores that, despite the rise, the area remains safer than most parts of the UK, where the average is 7.0 per 1,000. The population context is critical: with 6,382 residents, the 20 reported crimes equate to a manageable burden, but the month-on-month leap demands scrutiny. While no UK daily crime exposure data exists, the monthly aggregate shows that Ashingdon’s residents face a 1-in-319 chance of encountering a crime over a typical month, a statistic that places the area in a safer bracket compared to national trends. This contrast with the UK average reinforces the area’s unique position, where localized factors—such as seasonal patterns and community dynamics—may play a role in shaping these outcomes.