Evesham Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Evesham's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 8.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 13.5% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This built-up area within Wychavon, a largely rural district with a historic town centre, saw violence and sexual offences account for 34.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.4%) and shoplifting (9.0%). The prominence of violent crime, which is 12% above the UK average, may partly explain the overall rate discrepancy, though local factors such as the university freshers' week in late September likely contributed to increased anti-social behaviour and public disorder. The seasonal context of September—when schools and universities reopen—often correlates with spikes in alcohol-related incidents and youth-related crime, which may help explain the 79% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average. While shoplifting rates (31% above the UK average) suggest retail areas remain vulnerable, the relatively low burglary rate (29% below the UK average) may reflect the area's lower population density and fewer high-value properties. The overall crime profile indicates a balance between urban pressures and the quieter rhythms of surrounding rural communities, with September's transition into autumn likely influencing both community dynamics and policing priorities.

September 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in Evesham's crime profile. Drug-related offences surged by 450%, rising from 2 to 11 incidents, a stark increase that may reflect heightened activity around university campuses during freshers' week. Possession of weapons also rose by 50%, from 2 to 3 cases, though this remains a small proportion of total crimes. Anti-social behaviour increased by 12.7%, climbing from 55 to 62 reports, potentially linked to the return of students and the start of the academic term. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 62.5% (from 8 to 3), burglary dropped by 53.8% (from 13 to 6), and other crime decreased by 50% (from 2 to 1), suggesting targeted policing efforts or seasonal lulls in property crime. The violent crime category, which constitutes 34.8% of all crimes, remains 12% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour—now 79% above the UK average—emerges as a particularly pressing concern. Residents may find the sharp rise in drug offences noteworthy, given its potential impact on local safety and youth services.

Evesham's crime rate in September 2025 fell by 11.6% compared to the previous month's rate of 9.5 per 1,000, marking a decline that contrasts with the 13.5% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 8 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 120 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the frequency of crime in a community of nearly 29,000 people, though it remains lower than the UK average when considering the overall rate. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Evesham's crime rate is higher than the national average, the absolute number of crimes (244) is manageable for a town of its size. The decline from September 2025's previous month may reflect the seasonal rhythm of the area, with the end of summer holidays and the start of the academic year potentially reducing certain types of crime, such as burglary and robbery. However, the persistent elevation in anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences compared to the UK average suggests that local-specific challenges—such as the influence of university populations—continue to shape the crime picture differently than in other parts of the country.