St Albans Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

St Albans’ crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 16% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure reflects a combination of local characteristics and broader national trends, with the town’s historic and commercial core likely influencing the distribution of crime types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 26.7% of all reported crimes, a proportion that is 36% lower than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 20%, with rates 1% below the UK average—a contrast to the 19% above average seen in shoplifting, which may be linked to the town’s high streets and tourist activity. The seasonal context of May—characterised by bank holidays, longer evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributed to the rise in violence and public order offences, though the overall crime rate remains in line with the area’s historical profile as a relatively safe, historic market town. This stability, despite the month-on-month 2.7% increase, suggests that local policing strategies and community initiatives may be maintaining broader safety levels even as specific categories fluctuate.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons surging by 180% (from 5 to 14 incidents) and theft from the person increasing by 83.3% (from 6 to 11). These spikes contrast with a 33.3% drop in drug-related offences (from 15 to 10) and a 9.7% decline in anti-social behaviour (from 227 to 205). The crime mix also shifted: while violent crimes (274) remained the largest category, property crimes (462) accounted for a larger share of total incidents than in previous months, reflecting a 17% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average. Shoplifting rates (0.8 per 1,000) were 19% above the UK average, a trend consistent with the town’s retail presence in its historic high streets. Residents may find the 180% increase in weapons possession particularly concerning, though this category still represents only 1.4% of all crimes reported.

St Albans saw a 2.7% increase in its crime rate from 6.6 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents in May 2025 compared to April, though it remains 16% below the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged 33 incidents per day, a figure that aligns with the town’s character as a historic market town with a mix of residential and commercial areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 147 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area’s relatively low overall crime profile despite the recent uptick. This context is important for residents: while the increase is statistically significant, the absolute number of crimes remains well within the range expected for a town of St Albans’ size and demographic profile. The population-scaled perspective shows that the crime rate, though rising slightly, is still significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting broader systemic factors—such as local policing strategies or community engagement—that may be contributing to sustained safety levels.