Bexley Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bexley’s crime rate in November 2023 was 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 12.0% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area’s generally lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks, a trend that has been evident in prior months. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.0% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.3%) and vehicle crime (12.3%). These figures align with Bexley’s character as a largely suburban and commuter-oriented area, where public spaces and transportation hubs are central to daily life. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, the post-Black Friday shopping period, and the onset of darker evenings—likely influenced the mix of crimes reported. For instance, the higher incidence of vehicle crime (0.8 per 1,000) may be consistent with increased traffic and the visibility of vehicles in residential areas during colder months. However, the rate for violence and sexual offences remains lower than the UK average, a pattern that could be attributed to Bexley’s relatively stable community environment and lower levels of deprivation compared to more densely populated urban centres. The data also reveals that anti-social behaviour, while still a significant concern, is slightly above the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), suggesting that local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies may play a role in shaping this particular category. Overall, the crime profile for November reflects a balance between seasonal pressures and the area’s inherent characteristics, with a clear emphasis on property-related offences and public order issues.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in theft from the person, which rose by 76.9% (13 to 23). This jump, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a significant deviation from the usual pattern, potentially linked to the timing of Black Friday sales and the heightened movement of people in retail areas. Burglary also increased by 43.5% (69 to 99), marking the steepest rise among property crimes. This may be consistent with the seasonal shift toward colder weather, which can drive indoor activity and, in some cases, increase opportunities for residential intrusions. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 40.0% (10 to 6), the most notable decrease across all categories, influenced by increased police visibility or community engagement during the lead-up to Bonfire Night. Bexley’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) remains 31% below the UK average, a trend that has persisted despite the seasonal context of darker evenings and increased social activity.

Bexley's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 2.5% decrease from the previous month’s 6.7 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the 12.0% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 56 crimes were reported across the 30 days, equating to roughly one reported crime for every 153 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering a crime in Bexley remains relatively low compared to national trends. The area’s population of 256,434 further scales these statistics, emphasizing that while individual incidents may feel impactful, they represent a small proportion of the overall population. The consistency in the crime rate between November and October suggests that seasonal factors—such as the transition into darker evenings and the post-Black Friday shopping period—did not significantly alter the overall pattern.