Rutland Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Rutland’s crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents. This category alone recorded 61 crimes, with a rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents—51% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. The overall crime rate for the area stood at 4.2 per 1,000, a figure that is 51.2% lower than the national average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Rutland’s unique position as a largely rural district with a relatively low crime profile. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 12.8% of total crimes (22 cases), with a rate of 0.5 per 1,000—68% below the UK average. These figures suggest that community cohesion and the absence of major urban centres may play a role in maintaining lower crime rates. Seasonal factors in July, including the peak of the tourist season and festivals, likely influenced the increase in public order offences, which rose sharply. However, the overall stability in violent crime, despite these events, may indicate effective local policing or the natural dampening effect of rural environments on such incidents. The breakdown also highlights the minimal presence of property crimes, with other theft (9 cases) and shoplifting (9 cases) each contributing less than 6% of total crimes. This pattern aligns with Rutland’s character as a sparsely populated area with limited retail density, reducing opportunities for such offences. While direct causation, the combination of geographic factors and community dynamics likely contributes to the area’s consistently low crime rates compared to national benchmarks.

July 2025 saw a notable 87.5% increase in public order offences, rising from 8 to 15 cases. This surge aligns with the peak of summer festivals and outdoor events, which may partly explain the heightened activity. Simultaneously, possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 1), a rare but concerning development. Conversely, other crime categories showed declines: other crime fell by 92.3% (13 to 1), and theft from the person dropped by 50.0% (2 to 1). These decreases may reflect the effectiveness of targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in criminal opportunity. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.5 per 1,000 residents, remain 51% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) is 68% below the national rate. Such disparities suggest that Rutland’s low population density and strong community networks may contribute to its consistently lower crime levels compared to more densely populated areas.

Rutland’s crime rate in July 2025 remained stable at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a -1.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate. This consistency suggests no major fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the ongoing presence of minor incidents. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 241 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that underscores the relatively low risk compared to national averages. Given Rutland’s small population of 41,443, this monthly exposure translates to a manageable burden on local services. The stability in crime rates may be attributed to the area’s rural character and limited urban density, which typically correlate with lower crime concentrations. However, the absence of significant seasonal spikes in July—despite tourism and festivals—suggests that local policing or community engagement efforts may be effectively mitigating risks.