Ludlow Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ludlow’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.5% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This slight improvement, however, masks significant shifts within specific crime categories. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent, accounting for 32.4% of all incidents. compared to January. This decline may be partly explained by the seasonal lull in outdoor activity typical of winter months, which can reduce opportunities for confrontations in public spaces. Conversely, criminal damage and arson saw a dramatic increase, doubling from 7 to 14 cases—a trend that is 171% above the UK average. Such a sharp rise may be linked to the area’s historic architecture, which is more susceptible to vandalism during colder months when maintenance efforts are reduced. Anti-social behaviour also remained elevated, with 12 incidents reported, 13% above the UK average. This could reflect the social dynamics of Ludlow’s built-up area, where community cohesion may be strained during periods of isolation. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime fell below UK averages, suggesting that targeted policing or seasonal factors—such as fewer tourists and reduced retail activity—may have contributed to lower rates. The overall picture for February illustrates a combination of seasonal trends and local conditions, with some categories showing marked improvement while others demand closer attention.

February 2025 saw a stark increase in criminal damage and arson, with cases doubling from 7 to 14—an 100% month-on-month rise. This category was also 171% above the UK average, a significant disparity that may reflect local vulnerabilities, such as the area’s historic buildings or seasonal neglect during winter. Burglary also surged by 100%, rising from 3 to 6 incidents, a trend that could be linked to colder weather driving intrusions into unoccupied properties. In contrast, public order offences fell by two-thirds, from 6 to 2, due to reduced outdoor activity during the winter months. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (accounting for 32.4% of total crimes), decreased by 45.2% compared to January. Residents should note that while overall crime is slightly below the UK average, the sharp rise in property-related offences like burglary and criminal damage warrants heightened awareness, particularly in areas with older infrastructure or limited winter lighting.

Ludlow’s crime rate in February 2025 dropped by 14.5% compared to January 2025, falling from 7.7 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area 1.5% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, a small but notable shift. Locally, the monthly exposure figure shows that over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents—a rate that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of three crimes per day in Ludlow, a figure that, when contextualised against the area’s population of 10,736, highlights the concentration of incidents in certain sectors. The reduction in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 45.2% month-on-month, contrasts with the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns that may reflect seasonal or local factors. This fluctuation illustrates the dynamic nature of crime in Ludlow, where changes in specific categories can significantly influence the overall picture.