Royal Leamington Spa Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly 36% of all crimes in Royal Leamington Spa during December 2025, making this category the dominant driver of the area’s crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the town 15.7% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a discrepancy that aligns with the area’s seasonal dynamics. The Christmas shopping peak, extended party season, and prolonged darkness in December likely contributed to heightened incidents of violence, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or late-night activity. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.6% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents—61% above the UK average. This may reflect the strain of festive gatherings and the challenges of managing public spaces during periods of increased social interaction. Other theft, at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, also exceeded national norms by 35%, possibly linked to the town’s retail presence and the influx of temporary visitors during the holiday season. While shoplifting rates fell sharply by 60% month-on-month to 0.5 per 1,000 residents—12% below the UK average—this decline may be partly attributed to heightened security measures in stores during the Christmas period. The overall crime rate, though elevated compared to the UK, remained stable in the context of December’s unique seasonal pressures, which historically correlate with spikes in both property and violent crime. Local conditions, including the town’s mix of historic residential areas and commercial hubs, may further explain the disproportionate impact of certain crime types.

December 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with bicycle theft surging by 40% (10 to 14 incidents) and burglary rising by 38.5% (13 to 18 cases), both of which exceeded UK averages by 500% and 43% respectively. This spike in bicycle-related crimes may be linked to increased cycling during the festive season, combined with the possibility of more unsecured bikes in public spaces. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 60% (65 to 26 cases), a 12% drop below the UK average, potentially reflecting the success of retail security measures or reduced in-person shopping due to online alternatives. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 41.2% (34 to 20 cases).5 per 1,000 residents remains 61% above the UK average. This decline may be tied to the closure of certain venues during the Christmas period, though the underlying rate suggests persistent challenges in managing public order. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 35.6% of all crimes—remained 13% above the UK average at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that may be exacerbated by the social pressures of the holiday season. Residents may find the 60% reduction in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it indicates that targeted interventions in retail areas could be effective in curbing certain types of crime.

The crime rate in Royal Leamington Spa for December 2025 fell by 13.9% compared to the previous month’s rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a short-term decline despite the area’s overall elevated position relative to the UK average. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 13 crimes per day in December—a figure that, while significant, is consistent with the seasonal fluctuations typical of a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial land use. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent nature of crime in the area even as certain categories show temporary declines. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 49,421 residents, underscores the need for ongoing community engagement and targeted policing strategies. The drop in the previous month’s rate may be attributed to the timing of local events or the effects of temporary security measures, though the broader context of December’s festive season suggests that crime patterns are influenced by both local and national seasonal trends. The comparison to the UK average further illustrates the unique challenges faced by Royal Leamington Spa, which, despite its relatively small size, maintains a crime profile that diverges from the national norm in several key categories.