Evesham Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences were the dominant category in Evesham's December 2025 crime profile, accounting for 42.5% of all reported incidents. This figure, which exceeds the UK average by 13%, highlights the area's particular challenges in managing violent crime during the festive season. The overall crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents placed Evesham 1.4% below the UK average, a marginal but notable difference. This rate reflects a combination of local factors, including the area's character as a built-up district within Wychavon, where proximity to urban centres and seasonal activity patterns may contribute to crime trends. The month's seasonal context—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and the temporary absence of residents during holidays—likely influences the distribution of crimes. For instance, the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage (8% and 35% above UK averages, respectively) may partly explain the persistent presence of violence in the area. While property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary remained lower than the UK average, the dominance of violent crime suggests a need for targeted policing and community engagement strategies. The data also illustrates how seasonal rhythms can shape criminal activity, with December's unique combination of festive events and reduced daylight hours creating an environment where certain offences are more likely to occur. This context is critical for understanding the broader picture of crime in Evesham and for informing local initiatives aimed at reducing violent incidents.

December 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in bicycle theft, with one reported incident compared to none in November. This spike may reflect seasonal factors, such as the return of cyclists after holiday-related disruptions. Vehicle crime also rose by 66.7%, potentially linked to increased traffic during the festive shopping period. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 38.5%, from 26 to 16 incidents, a decline that contrasts with the usual Christmas shopping surge. Violence and sexual offences in Evesham remained 13% above the UK average, despite an overall drop in the crime rate. This divergence underscores the area's unique challenges, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also exceeding national rates by 8% and 35%, respectively. These figures highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories, even as broader trends show a reduction in overall crime.

Evesham's crime rate in December 2025 dropped by 15.2% compared to the previous month, falling from 8.1 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of December, when holidays reduce public activity and potentially deter certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly six crimes reported each day, a figure that, while localised, provides a tangible sense of monthly exposure. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 146 residents, a rate that, when considered alongside the population of 29,214, illustrates the relative scale of criminal activity. The drop from the prior month's rate may reflect reduced opportunities for crime during the festive period. The population context also highlights that, despite the overall rate being slightly below the UK average, the distribution of specific crime types reveals distinct local dynamics, such as the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour compared to national benchmarks.