Werrington Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Werrington's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 37% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure positions the area as one of the safest within the Staffordshire Moorlands, a region characterised by its rural landscapes and smaller built-up areas. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 53.1% of all reported incidents — a rate that was 5% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.8%, with a 30% deficit relative to the UK average, while criminal damage and arson comprised 9.4% of total crimes. These patterns align with the area's character as a built-up settlement within a rural district, where community dynamics and lower population density may contribute to lower crime rates. Seasonal factors in May, including longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, may have influenced the prevalence of violence and sexual offences, though their rate remained below national benchmarks. The relatively low property crime rate (12.5% of total incidents) further reflects the area's distinct profile compared to more densely populated urban centres, where property crime typically dominates. This data illustrates how Werrington's unique geographical and demographic context shapes its crime picture, offering insights into the interplay between local conditions and broader national trends.

May 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with three categories showing sharp increases. Criminal damage and arson rose by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents), other theft doubled from 0 to 1, and possession of weapons increased from 0 to 2 — a 100% rise in each case. These increases contrast with notable decreases, including a 26.1% drop in violence and sexual offences (from 23 to 17) and a 14.3% reduction in anti-social behaviour (from 7 to 6). The balance between property and violent crime shifted with violent crimes accounting for 53.1% of total incidents compared to 12.5% for property crimes. This mix is particularly noteworthy as violence and sexual offences in Werrington were 5% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000 vs 2.8 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour was 30% below the UK rate (1.0 vs 1.4 per 1,000). For residents, the 26.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences is a concrete indicator of improved safety in the area.

Werrington's crime rate in May 2025 dropped to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 15.7% decrease from the previous month's 6.0 per 1,000. This brings the area's monthly exposure to roughly one crime for every 198 residents, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. Daily crime data shows an average of one reported crime per day in Werrington, a figure that may seem low but reflects the area's smaller population and relatively low crime density compared to larger urban centres. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the 5.1 per 1,000 rate means that for every 1,000 residents, fewer than six crimes occurred in May, a stark contrast to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This disparity highlights Werrington's unique position as a built-up area within a rural district, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to the reduced crime rates observed.