Wellesbourne Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wellesbourne's overall crime rate for October 2025 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure 70.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national trends, though residents should remain vigilant about emerging patterns. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (31.6% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%) and vehicle crime (10.5%). These figures align with Wellesbourne’s character as a low-density built-up area within Stratford-on-Avon, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may contribute to lower baseline crime rates. However, the seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time’s end, and Halloween—likely amplifies risks for certain crimes. For example, the prevalence of violence and sexual offences may reflect increased social interactions in the evenings, while anti-social behaviour could be linked to seasonal events or youth activity. Wellesbourne’s violent crime rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 74% below the UK average, a figure that may be partly explained by the area’s smaller population and fewer high-traffic zones. Yet, the low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) also suggests that the area’s limited road networks and lower traffic volumes reduce opportunities for such offences. These patterns illustrate a combination of geography, demographics, and seasonal factors, which residents should consider when assessing personal safety.

October 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in Wellesbourne’s crime profile, with three categories experiencing sharp increases. Robbery incidents doubled from zero to one, marking a 100% rise—a concerning development that may reflect heightened vulnerability in specific areas or times of day. Similarly, other theft and other crime categories both surged from one to two incidents, suggesting potential shifts in criminal activity patterns. These increases contrast with notable decreases in violence and sexual offences (down 68.4%) and anti-social behaviour (down 20%), which may indicate the effectiveness of local policing efforts or seasonal factors reducing opportunities for such crimes. The breakdown of crime types also reveals striking comparisons to the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Wellesbourne are 74% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 60% below. Vehicle crime and other theft are also significantly lower (52% and 62% below, respectively), reflecting the area’s limited exposure to high-risk environments. However, one category—other crime—sits 18% above the UK average, a rare outlier that deserves closer attention. For residents, the doubling of robbery cases is a concrete warning to remain cautious, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or during evening hours. This data highlights the importance of situational awareness and community vigilance, even in areas with historically low crime rates.

Wellesbourne’s crime rate in October 2025 dropped by 42.6% compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.0 per 1,000, illustrating a marked improvement in overall safety. This decline is reflected in the daily crime context: 19 total crimes over 31 days equate to roughly one crime per day, a figure that may seem low but should be viewed in the context of the area’s small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 438 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the rarity of criminal activity in Wellesbourne compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to population size, this rate underscores the area’s relative safety, though the recent rise in robbery cases suggests that even low-crime areas are not immune to sudden shifts. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Wellesbourne’s crime burden is lighter than the UK average, with most categories falling well below national benchmarks. For example, anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 21.1% of all crimes in the area, is 60% below the UK average, a gap that may be attributed to the area’s tight-knit community structure and limited public spaces. However, the 18% above-average rate for ‘other crime’ remains an anomaly, linked to unclassified or emerging types of offences. These comparisons reinforce the importance of context: while Wellesbourne’s crime rates are reassuringly low, the specific increases in certain categories demand targeted awareness from residents.