Stamford Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant crime category in Stamford during January 2026, accounting for 37.2% of total incidents. This category's rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents was 44% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of violent crime compared to national trends. The area's built-up character likely contributes to this pattern, as smaller communities often report fewer violent incidents than densely populated urban centres. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 18% of reported crimes, with its rate of 0.7 per 1,000 also significantly below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. Seasonal factors in January, such as reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, may have influenced these figures, as lower public engagement and economic activity can dampen certain types of crime. Shoplifting, while a smaller proportion of total incidents (11.5%), still accounted for 9 cases, with its rate of 0.4 per 1,000 residents 30% below the UK average. This could be attributed to the post-holiday lull in retail activity, which may have temporarily reduced opportunities for theft. The overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents placed Stamford 45.6% below the UK average, a disparity that reflects both local demographic factors and the unique characteristics of a smaller, more cohesive community.

January 2026 saw a 50% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 3 incidents. This uptick may be linked to colder weather encouraging more vehicle-based travel or increased use of private transport during the post-holiday period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 61.1%, from 36 to 14 incidents, a shift that could reflect reduced public gatherings in the early days of the year. Shoplifting also rose slightly by 12.5%, due to post-Christmas retail activity or targeted theft in local stores. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.2% of total incidents, a rate 44% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This suggests a localised pattern where interpersonal conflicts or community dynamics may play a role, though further analysis would be required to confirm such connections.

Stamford's crime rate in January 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 45.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical January patterns in built-up areas, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours often correlate with lower crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 78 incidents. When viewed through a population lens, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 268 residents over the course of the month. Such a ratio underscores the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres, where population density often drives higher rates. The contrast with the UK average—where the national rate stands at 6.8 per 1,000—further highlights Stamford's position as a safer locale, with its crime profile reflecting the unique characteristics of a smaller, more tightly knit community.