Werrington Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Werrington's crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 81.3% of all reported crimes. This category, which saw a 100% increase from the previous month, now stands at 26 incidents—4.1 per 1,000 residents—placing the area 74% above the UK average for this specific type of crime. The overall crime rate for the month was 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 23.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This disparity highlights a localised pattern where violent crime is concentrated compared to the national picture. Werrington's built-up character within the rural Staffordshire Moorlands likely contributes to this dynamic, as such areas often experience higher concentrations of population in smaller spaces, increasing the potential for interpersonal conflicts. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—may further amplify indoor interactions, potentially exacerbating incidents of violence. However, the relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average suggests that other factors, such as community cohesion or local policing strategies, may be mitigating broader risks. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage remain at lower levels, with the former decreasing by 33.3% and the latter remaining below UK averages. These patterns illustrate a combination of local demographics and seasonal influences, with violence emerging as the most pressing concern for residents.

February 2025 saw a dramatic surge in violence and sexual offences, which rose by 100% from 13 to 26 incidents. This category alone constituted 81.3% of all reported crimes, far outpacing other types and placing Werrington 74% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 33.3%, dropping from three to two incidents, suggesting a temporary reduction in disruptive activity. Other crime also increased sharply, rising from zero to one incident—a 100% jump. This shift highlights a growing emphasis on violent crime, which now dominates the local crime picture. For residents, the rise in violence and sexual offences is a stark contrast to the previous month's profile, underscoring the need for vigilance in community spaces. The UK comparison for this category is particularly striking, as Werrington's rate of 4.1 per 1,000 for violence and sexual offences exceeds the national average of 2.4 per 1,000 by a wide margin.

Werrington's crime rate in February 2025 rose to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 45.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This shift translates to roughly one reported crime per day during the month, a figure that, while modest, reflects a noticeable uptick in activity. Over the course of February, one crime occurred for every 198 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents within this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 6,329, this rate suggests that local residents face a relatively low but measurable risk of encountering crime. The increase aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may see shifts in crime dynamics, particularly in indoor spaces. However, the absence of a UK-wide daily crime comparison means this local data must be interpreted independently, focusing on Werrington's unique circumstances rather than national benchmarks.