Perton Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Perton’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 59.7% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure, though modest, offers a clear snapshot of the area’s safety relative to national trends. The most common crimes were burglary (36.4% of total incidents), violence and sexual offences (22.7%), and vehicle crime (13.6%), reflecting a mix of property-related and personal safety concerns. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have influenced these patterns, with lower foot traffic potentially affecting both opportunities for crime and policing visibility. Burglary, in particular, emerged as a standout category, with Perton’s rate (1.0 per 1,000) 270% higher than the UK average (0.3 per 1,000). This discrepancy could be attributed to the built-up nature of Perton, where residential density might increase vulnerability to property crime. Meanwhile, violent crime remained lower than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences occurring at a rate 74% below the national figure. This contrast highlights the area’s unique dynamics, where property crime dominates over personal safety issues, shaped by local infrastructure and community characteristics. As the month progressed, the low outdoor activity typical of February may have contributed to a more contained crime environment, though the sharp rise in robbery and other theft suggests localized factors that warrant closer attention.

February 2025 saw significant shifts in Perton’s crime profile. Robbery and other theft both increased by 100%, rising from zero to one incident each, marking a stark departure from the previous month. This jump, while small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors or localized vulnerabilities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences both decreased, with the latter falling by 44.4% to five incidents. This decline in violent crime contrasts sharply with the UK average, where such offences occur at a rate 74% higher. Burglary, however, stands out as a category where Perton’s rate (1.0 per 1,000) is 270% above the national average (0.3 per 1,000), a discrepancy that could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and potential gaps in property security. These fluctuations highlight the uneven impact of crime across different categories, offering residents a nuanced view of their local safety landscape.

Perton’s crime rate in February 2025 remained stable at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity, though local factors may still influence patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 377 residents, highlighting the relatively low risk compared to national averages. While this rate is significantly lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types within Perton reveals distinct contrasts. For instance, burglary occurs at a rate 270% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect local characteristics such as housing density or security measures. These comparisons underscore the importance of viewing crime through both a national and local lens, as Perton’s experience diverges in key areas despite its overall safety.