Wyre Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Wyre’s crime rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 7% below the UK average of 8.6, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks. This per-capita perspective reveals that, on average, every 125 residents in Wyre experienced one reported crime over the course of the month—a figure that, while not alarmingly high, warrants attention given the seasonal context of peak summer activity. The breakdown of crimes highlights a stark contrast between violent and property-related offences: violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.4% of all incidents, with a rate of 2.8 per 1,000, slightly below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, however, dominated the landscape at 31.9%, far exceeding the UK average by 68%. This disparity likely reflects the area’s character as a mixed-use district with significant public spaces and community hubs, where anti-social conduct may be more visible or concentrated. The seasonal context of July—marked by festivals, school holidays, and increased tourism—may have contributed to both the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and the sharp drop in shoplifting, which fell by 36.8% compared to June. This decline could be attributed to enhanced retail security measures or the timing of major events that temporarily reduced foot traffic in commercial areas. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and bicycle theft (0.0 per 1,000) suggests that Wyre’s infrastructure, including parking management and cycling networks, may be effective in deterring these types of offences. The overall crime rate, while modest, underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused policing and event-specific safety protocols to address the unique challenges of a summer month in a district with diverse land use and population movements.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 125% compared to June, driven by a rise from 16 to 36 incidents. Burglary also jumped by 114.3%, reflecting a notable shift in property-related crime. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 36.8%, likely influenced by heightened security measures during summer festivals. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, contributing 31.9% of total crimes, though this was 68% above the UK average for the same category. The sharp contrast between rising 'other crime' and falling 'vehicle crime' (down 12.5%) highlights shifting patterns in local criminal activity. For residents, the 36% decrease in shoplifting offers a concrete example of how targeted interventions during peak tourist months might reduce certain types of crime. These fluctuations underscore the importance of localized strategies to address emerging trends.

Wyre’s crime rate in July 2025 rose by 11.7% compared to the previous month, reaching 8.0 per 1,000 residents. This translates to approximately 31 crimes reported daily, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 125 residents, highlighting the monthly exposure to crime. While this rate remains 7% below the UK average, the increase from June raises questions about local factors influencing this shift. The population context—118,743 residents—means that the impact of these figures is distributed across a relatively large community. The comparison to the UK average underscores Wyre’s generally lower crime profile, but the month-on-month rise suggests a need to monitor emerging patterns, particularly in categories like 'other crime' and 'burglary', which saw significant increases. The daily crime count, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers a practical lens for residents to gauge their personal risk in relation to the broader community.