Carterton Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2025, Carterton’s crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 41.4% below the UK average, a figure that translates to a lower per-capita risk for local residents. The area’s crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 56.6% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (11.8%) and anti-social behaviour (11.8%). This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences typically make up a smaller share of total crimes. The December spike in public order offences—rising from one to four incidents—may be linked to the holiday season’s social dynamics, including increased gatherings and darker evenings. Despite these fluctuations, Carterton’s overall crime rate remains well below national benchmarks, suggesting a combination of effective policing, community cohesion, and the area’s character as a smaller, built-up town with limited commercial density. The seasonal context of December, with its mix of Christmas shopping and party season, likely influenced the crime mix, though the absence of a significant rise in property crimes indicates that local initiatives or environmental factors may have mitigated risks typically associated with festive periods. The relatively low burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) further supports the idea that Carterton’s built-up area, while not immune to crime, benefits from a lower profile compared to larger urban centres.

December 2025 saw sharp increases in public order offences, rising from one to four incidents—a 300% surge. This spike, likely tied to holiday-related disturbances, contrasts with a 75% drop in drug-related crimes, which fell from four to one. Burglary and robbery each doubled from their previous month’s totals, though these remain low in absolute terms. Violence and sexual offences, which make up nearly 57% of all crimes, are 11% below the UK average, suggesting local factors—such as community policing or seasonal dynamics—may contribute to this disparity. The breakdown also reveals Carterton’s anti-social behaviour rate is 46% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s smaller, more cohesive community structure. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal pressures and local resilience in shaping crime patterns.

Carterton’s crime rate in December 2025 rose 10% from 3.7 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two reported crimes per day—a figure that, while noticeable, remains well below the UK average when scaled to local demographics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 246 residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime here is significantly lower than in many other parts of the country. This monthly exposure figure, when contextualised against Carterton’s population of 18,673, underscores that the area’s residents face a much lower risk of being directly affected by crime compared to the national average. The population-scaled perspective is particularly useful for residents assessing their personal safety: with a crime rate less than half the UK average, Carterton continues to rank as a relatively secure place to live, even as local crime trends shift slightly upward.