Barugh Green and Redbrook Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Barugh Green and Redbrook’s crime profile in October 2025 reveals a stark outlier in shoplifting, which occurred at a rate of 1.5 per 1,000 — 138% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This figure, which accounts for 25.6% of all recorded crimes in the area, stands in contrast to the overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000, a figure that is 26% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The area’s crime mix is dominated by property-related offences, with shoplifting and other theft making up 35.9% of all incidents, compared to 20.5% for violence and sexual offences. The seasonal context of October — marked by the end of British Summer Time, darker evenings, and Halloween — likely contributes to the rise in shoplifting, as reduced visibility and increased foot traffic in retail areas may create opportunities for offenders. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which are 44% and 32% below UK averages respectively, highlight the area’s relatively low levels of disorder compared to the national picture, though the 150% increase in public order crimes suggests a temporary shift in activity patterns. The dominance of property crimes, combined with the sharp rise in shoplifting, points to a local dynamic that may be influenced by the built-up nature of the area and the presence of retail outlets. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, reflects a balance between the area’s low population density and the challenges posed by seasonal transitions, which can impact both victim and offender behaviour.

Shoplifting saw the most dramatic increase in October, surging by 233.3% from 3 to 10 incidents — a figure that places the category 138% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This spike, while not uncommon during the autumn months, stands out as a stark contrast to the UK-wide rate and may reflect the impact of Halloween and the transition to darker evenings, which could reduce visibility for shopkeepers and staff. Meanwhile, burglary increased by 200% (1 to 3 incidents), a rise that, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential shift in focus for offenders. Public order offences also climbed by 150% (2 to 5), a category that is 32% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This upward trend in public order crimes may be linked to increased social gatherings during the month. Violence and sexual offences — the second most common category — remained 55% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a consistent trend that may be influenced by the area’s relatively low population density and limited nightlife activity.

The crime rate in Barugh Green and Redbrook rose sharply in October 2025, climbing from 2.8 per 1,000 in September to 5.7 per 1,000 — a 105.4% increase. This jump, while significant, remains 26% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in October, reflecting a local rhythm of activity that contrasts with broader national trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 174 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for individuals living in the area. While the population of 6,804 residents is relatively small, the sharp month-on-month rise suggests a temporary spike in criminal activity that may relate to seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and Halloween-related events, which could influence patterns of outdoor activity and visibility. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the increase, the area’s crime burden remains proportionally lower than the UK average, though the rapid rise raises questions about what specific triggers may have contributed to the shift in October.