Pershore Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Pershore's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.5% above the UK average of 6.7. This marginal deviation suggests the area's crime profile is broadly aligned with national trends but exhibits subtle local variations. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.8% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.5 per 1,000—6% above the UK average. This figure may be partially explained by the area's status as a built-up district within Wychavon, where population density and social interactions could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Vehicle crime, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 170% above the UK average, a striking anomaly that could reflect the presence of commercial or residential areas with high vehicle turnover. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average (38% below), remains a concern, particularly in public spaces. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may have influenced crime patterns, with some categories such as burglary declining as outdoor opportunities diminished. However, the significant spike in criminal damage and arson, which tripled from 1 to 4 incidents, suggests that other factors, such as colder weather or increased indoor gatherings, may have played a role. These patterns illustrate the combination of seasonal rhythms and local conditions in shaping Pershore's crime profile, requiring a nuanced approach to community safety initiatives.

February saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson tripling from 1 to 4 incidents—a 300% increase. This surge, while not uncommon in winter months, may be linked to colder weather driving more indoor activity and potential disputes. Concurrently, drugs-related offences doubled from 0 to 1, a stark anomaly that could indicate shifting patterns in local drug use or reporting. Vehicle crime also doubled from 4 to 8, reaching 1.0 per 1,000 residents, 170% above the UK average. This stark deviation suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with high vehicle concentrations such as residential parking or commercial zones. Meanwhile, burglary and anti-social behaviour both declined—burglary dropped 44.4% and anti-social behaviour fell 28.6%—reflecting the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of crime in Pershore, where specific categories can fluctuate sharply even as the overall rate remains close to the national average.

Pershore's crime rate in February 2025 rose to 6.8 per 1,000 residents, a 16.5% increase from 5.8 per 1,000 in January. This places the area just 1.5% above the UK average, a marginal deviation that may reflect local conditions rather than a national trend. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported over 28 days, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 147 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is comparable to other built-up areas in similar-sized populations but highlights the need for targeted local measures. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Pershore's rate is slightly higher than average, the absolute number of crimes remains relatively low, with 57 incidents reported in a community of 8,398 residents. This context suggests that the area's crime profile, though slightly elevated, does not deviate drastically from national norms, and local factors likely play a more significant role than broader demographic trends.