Stamford Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stamford's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, 16.9% below the UK average of 7.7. This places the built-up area within South Kesteven firmly in the safer end of the national spectrum, though the figure shows a slight upward trend from the previous month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (30.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (26.3%), and other theft (9.8%). These patterns align with Stamford's character as a historic market town, where public spaces and retail areas may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and theft. The violence and sexual offences category, at 1.9 per 1,000, was 29% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the town's relatively low population density and community-focused policing efforts. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween may have influenced crime patterns, though the overall rate remains well below national averages. Anti-social behaviour's 35% above-average rate suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces, while the sharp rise in vehicle crime—doubling from five to ten incidents—could be linked to increased foot traffic during the festive season. These findings illustrate the interplay between local demographics, geography, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime trends.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, with reported incidents doubling from five to ten. This surge may partly explain the 3.9% overall rate increase from the previous month. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, climbing 52.2% to 35 incidents—a figure 35% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, other crime dropped 75% as incidents fell from four to one, reflecting a stark reduction in less common but still notable offences. The breakdown reveals a shift in crime mix: violent crimes now account for 30.1% of total reports, slightly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour remains high. This divergence highlights local factors such as the town's market town character, where public spaces may see higher foot traffic and associated disturbances. Residents might find the 35% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as it could influence community safety initiatives.

Stamford's crime rate in October 2025 rose slightly to 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.9% increase from the previous month's 6.1. This brings the area's monthly exposure to a level where one reported crime occurred for every 157 residents over the course of the month. While this is a marginal uptick, it remains significantly below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to approximately four crimes reported each day—roughly the same as the average for the previous month. The daily crime figure provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents, though it does not account for fluctuations in reporting patterns or seasonal factors. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Stamford's residents face a lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the national average, even as the local rate shows a slight upward trend. This contrast underscores the area's generally safer profile relative to the UK, though the small increase warrants attention to emerging patterns.