Darwen Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Darwen’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 9.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 30.1% above the UK average of 7.3. This figure reflects a combination of local factors, including the built-up nature of the area and its role as a commuter hub and retail center. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.1%) and criminal damage and arson (7.5%). These patterns are consistent with Darwen’s character as a town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where high foot traffic and social interactions may contribute to higher rates of violence and disorder. Seasonal context further shapes the data: November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could have influenced spikes in certain crimes, while the end of the holiday season may have impacted others. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning Darwen’s rate is 56% higher, a disparity that may be linked to the area’s demographic profile or local policing challenges. Conversely, some categories show marked improvements: shoplifting fell by 28.6%, and possession of weapons dropped by 83.3%, suggesting potential successes in targeted interventions. These trends highlight the need for continued analysis of how local dynamics, such as seasonal events and community initiatives, influence crime patterns.

November 2025 saw a stark 400% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 3 to 15 cases—a jump that could reflect heightened traffic during Black Friday sales or Bonfire Night events. This surge contrasts with a 28.6% decline in shoplifting, dropping from 7 to 5 incidents, possibly due to increased retail security measures or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Meanwhile, other crime surged by 160%, with cases rising from 5 to 13, a category that includes offenses like vandalism and public disorder. Violent crimes remained high, at 4.0 per 1,000—56% above the UK average—suggesting ongoing challenges in addressing aggression and sexual offences. Residents may find the 100% drop in possession of weapons (from 6 to 1 case) a positive sign. These trends highlight a mixed picture, where some categories show marked improvement while others demand urgent attention.

Darwen’s crime rate in November 2025 rose to 9.5 per 1,000 residents, a 19.9% increase from the previous month’s 7.9 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 9 crimes reported each day, a figure that highlights the persistent challenge of maintaining public safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 106 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in this built-up area. While the population-scaled perspective shows Darwen’s rate remains higher than the UK average, the local context reveals a combination of factors. For instance, the sharp rise in vehicle crime—up 400% from 3 to 15 cases—may partly explain the increase, as Black Friday shopping and Bonfire Night activities could have heightened traffic and opportunistic theft. However, the decline in shoplifting (from 7 to 5 cases) suggests targeted efforts or seasonal shifts in criminal behavior. These trends, when viewed alongside the area’s demographic profile as a commuter hub and retail center, indicate that local initiatives and seasonal rhythms are shaping the crime profile in nuanced ways.