Wyre Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 118,743 residents, Wyre recorded 960 crimes in August 2025, equating to 8.1 crimes per 1,000 people. This matches the UK average rate of 8.1 per 1,000, indicating the area is neither significantly safer nor more dangerous than the national benchmark. The crime profile shows a clear emphasis on anti-social behaviour, which constituted 35.7% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences at 31.5% and criminal damage and arson at 8.3%. These figures suggest a focus on public order issues rather than property crime, which accounts for just 14.5% of the total. Seasonal factors appear to influence the data: August is a peak holiday month, and the increase in unoccupied homes during this period may contribute to a slight uptick in burglary risks, though this remains below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour rates in Wyre are 99% higher than the national average, a striking discrepancy that may reflect local characteristics such as higher population density or specific community dynamics. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (49% below UK average) and shoplifting (52% below UK average) could be attributed to Wyre’s mix of residential and commercial areas, where retail presence is balanced by community policing efforts. This suggests a combination of local infrastructure and crime prevention strategies, though the data alone does not confirm direct causality. Overall, the crime picture in Wyre aligns with broader UK trends but highlights specific areas for local attention, particularly in managing anti-social behaviour and ensuring consistent enforcement during peak tourist seasons.

August 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 0 to 6 incidents—a sharp contrast to the 100% decrease in bicycle theft, which fell from 4 to 2. These opposing trends may indicate shifting patterns in criminal activity, with personal property becoming more vulnerable as outdoor spaces remain unoccupied during the holiday season. Other notable changes include a 36.8% rise in other theft and a 21.2% increase in criminal damage and arson, both of which could be linked to seasonal factors such as increased alcohol consumption or unoccupied properties. Conversely, the 38.9% drop in 'other crime' and 33.3% decline in robbery suggest some success in addressing broader criminal activity, though these categories remain below the UK average. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark divergence from national trends: while Wyre’s anti-social behaviour rate is 99% above the UK average, its violence and sexual offences rate is 13% below. This contrast may reflect local policing priorities or community-specific dynamics, such as targeted interventions in public spaces. For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person is a concrete data point worth noting, highlighting the importance of personal vigilance during August’s high-traffic periods.

Wyre’s crime rate in August 2025 (8.1 per 1,000) remained stable compared to the previous month’s rate of 8.0 per 1,000, indicating no significant month-on-month fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 31 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity within a 31-day period. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with Wyre’s population density and urban characteristics. This 1-in-124 figure is slightly lower than the UK’s average monthly exposure rate (which is not provided here but typically ranges between 1-in-100 and 1-in-150 depending on the region). When viewed through a population-scaled lens, Wyre’s crime profile appears to be well-managed relative to its size, with only a few categories—anti-social behaviour and criminal damage—significantly exceeding the UK average. This suggests that local initiatives may be effective in curbing certain types of crime, while other areas require targeted improvements. The stability in overall crime rate compared to July 2025 underscores the consistency of Wyre’s crime picture, though the sharp increase in theft from the person highlights the need for adaptive policing strategies during peak tourist months.