Perton Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Perton’s overall crime rate in December 2025 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 25.7% below the UK average of 7.0. This performance, while showing a significant improvement compared to national levels, reveals a nuanced crime profile shaped by local patterns. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 53.5% of all incidents — the most common category — with a rate of 2.8 per 1,000, 9% above the UK average. This contrast with the UK average underscores the influence of Perton’s built-up character, where higher concentrations of population may contribute to elevated rates of violence and sexual offences. Public order offences followed, at 11.6% of total crimes, with a rate of 0.6 per 1,000, 36% above the UK average, potentially reflecting the impact of holiday-related disturbances or increased public gatherings. Seasonal factors also played a role, with December’s Christmas shopping peak, dark evenings, and empty homes during holidays likely contributing to the crime profile. While the area’s overall safety is evident, the rise in specific categories like burglary and other theft highlights the need for targeted measures during the festive period. These patterns align with broader trends observed in similar urban and semi-urban areas, where seasonal transitions and holiday dynamics can influence crime rates.

December 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other theft incidents surged by 300%, rising from one to four cases, marking a sharp increase that may reflect heightened activity during the holiday season. Burglary also rose by 100%, with three incidents reported, compared to none in the previous month. This jump could be linked to the festive period’s impact on home security, as empty properties during holidays may attract opportunistic offenders. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 33.3%, declining from three to two incidents, due to increased policing or retail security measures during peak shopping times. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 53.5% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.8 per 1,000 — 9% above the UK average. This contrast with the UK average highlights local patterns, such as the influence of Perton’s built-up area on violent crime rates. Anti-social behaviour, though rising by 100%, still remained 78% below the UK average, illustrating a combination of local demographics and crime trends.

Perton's crime rate in December 2025 rose by 79.2% compared to the previous month, increasing from 2.9 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. This shift suggests a notable uptick in reported incidents over the final month of the year. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents during December. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 193 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of crime within the population. This monthly exposure rate, though modest, highlights the importance of sustained community vigilance. When compared to the previous month, the increase may be partially attributed to seasonal factors, such as the festive period’s impact on public behaviour and increased foot traffic in retail areas. However, the exact drivers of this rise remain speculative without further data. The population context also reveals that Perton’s crime rate, while higher than November’s, remains significantly below the UK average, underscoring the area’s relatively safe standing nationally.