States of Jersey Police publishes first Crime and Policing Statistics report
States of Jersey Police has today, Tuesday 21 July 2026, published its first Crime and Policing Statistics report, providing an overview of recorded crime and policing activity in Jersey between January 2022 and June 2026. The publication forms part of the organisation's commitment to transparency, accountability and informing public understanding of policing on the Island.
Our analysts have worked with Statistics Jersey who have provided expert independent advice, including how we can provide accessible data to the public and ensuring we align with the Code of Practice for Statistics.
The report brings together information on recorded crime, roads policing, stop and search, arrests and police conduct, with the intention of providing a clearer picture of policing trends and activity. Going forward, the report will be published twice yearly.
While the report shows recorded crime has reduced from the peak levels seen in 2024, States of Jersey Police is keen to emphasise that recorded crime is only one measure of policing activity. Many of the issues placing the greatest demand on policing resources, including safeguarding vulnerable people, missing person enquiries, public protection work and concern for welfare incidents, are not fully captured within recorded crime statistics.
The publication has been produced by the States of Jersey Police Analytical Services team in line with recognised statistical principles and includes explanatory notes to support interpretation of the data. The report highlights that changes in recorded crime can reflect a range of factors, including reporting behaviour, public awareness, targeted policing activity and crime recording practices.
As this is the first publication of its kind, States of Jersey Police expects the report to evolve over time as additional data becomes available and opportunities to further improve public understanding are identified.
Disclaimer: The accompanying statistical publication has been prepared in accordance with Jersey's Code of Practice for Statistics. The report has been developed with a focus on trustworthiness, quality and public value, and seeks to present data impartially while providing the context necessary to support informed interpretation. As recommended statistical practice, the data should be considered alongside accompanying explanatory narrative rather than in isolation.
