Wyre Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wyre's crime profile in December 2025 reveals a distinct balance of violent and property-related offences, shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal rhythms. With a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents—10% below the UK average—the area maintains a safer-than-average position, though specific crime types highlight areas requiring attention. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.8% of all crimes, a figure 7% below the UK average, suggesting that the local community may have robust mechanisms in place to address violent crime, such as community policing initiatives or targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Anti-social behaviour, however, remains a significant concern, contributing 23.4% of all crimes and 61% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be linked to Wyre's demographic composition, where a higher proportion of younger residents or transient populations could contribute to higher levels of disorder. The presence of retail hubs in Wyre likely explains the 8.1% share of shoplifting offences, which are 12% below the UK average. This could indicate that local retailers have implemented effective security measures, such as CCTV systems or staff training, to deter theft during the busy Christmas period. The seasonal context of December, with its shorter days and festive events, may have influenced crime patterns, as reduced visibility and increased foot traffic in commercial areas could create both opportunities for crime and conditions that encourage community cohesion. While the overall crime rate is lower than the national average, the distribution of crime types suggests that Wyre's policing priorities should focus on managing anti-social behaviour and ensuring that retail security measures are sustained beyond the holiday season.

December 2025 saw a significant 200% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from three to nine incidents. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the 11.3% overall drop in the crime rate, as such offences are often reported quickly and resolved swiftly. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 38.8% compared to November, likely reflecting the heightened security presence in retail areas during the Christmas shopping peak. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 23.4% of all crimes, remained 61% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing community disturbances. The rate of public order offences fell by 50.9% month-on-month, possibly due to the reduced number of evening events and gatherings during the festive season. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal and situational factors playing a key role in shaping monthly statistics.

Wyre's crime rate in December 2025 fell by 11.3% compared to November's 7.1 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a marked decline in overall criminal activity. This reduction aligns with a local trend observed during December, a month typically associated with reduced outdoor activity and heightened community focus on festive events. On a daily basis, 24 crimes were reported in Wyre over the 31 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 160 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of the scale of crime relative to the local population, which stands at 118,743. When contextualised against the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, Wyre's performance of 6.3 per 1,000 highlights a consistent trend of being slightly safer than the national benchmark. The drop in reported crimes could be partially explained by seasonal factors, such as the Christmas shopping peak drawing attention to retail security measures, or the quieter evenings during the holiday season reducing opportunities for public order offences. However, these as definitive causes, and further analysis would be needed to establish a direct link.