Blackburn with Darwen Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Blackburn with Darwen's overall crime rate in November 2025 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent challenge in crime management, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.3% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.3 per 1,000 — 28% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 25.1% of crimes at 2.3 per 1,000, a stark 117% above the UK rate. These trends may be influenced by the area's post-industrial character and the pressures of densely populated urban environments. November's seasonal context — including Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings — likely amplified certain crime types. The higher rate of violent crime could be linked to the area's demographic profile, where transient populations and economic challenges may contribute to tensions. Meanwhile, the sharp increase in 'other theft' may be partly explained by the commercial activity associated with Black Friday. The local context of Blackburn with Darwen, a historically industrial town with a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, suggests that crime patterns are shaped by both geographic and socioeconomic factors. The 24.7% gap above the UK average indicates a need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing anti-social behaviour and violent crime, which dominate the local crime picture.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in November 2025 was a 28.6% increase in theft from the person, rising from 7 to 9 incidents. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, underscores a growing concern for personal safety during darker evenings. Concurrently, 'other theft' climbed by 23.7%, with cases rising from 76 to 94, likely tied to Black Friday shopping activity and increased retail footfall. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by 20.9%, possibly reflecting the impact of seasonal events like Bonfire Night drawing crowds away from trouble spots. Violent crime remained 28% above the UK average, with 3.3 per 1,000 incidents, while anti-social behaviour was 117% above the UK rate. Vehicle crime, however, matched the UK average, suggesting no significant shift in this category. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local events and crime patterns.

Blackburn with Darwen's crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 6.1% from the previous month's 9.7 per 1,000 to 9.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal trends, as shorter evenings and reduced retail activity may temper some crime types. On average, 49 crimes were reported daily in November, reflecting a consistent pace of incidents despite the monthly reduction. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 110 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime relative to the area's population of 162,540. While this monthly exposure remains higher than the UK average, the 6.1% decrease suggests localized efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced the trend. The drop in anti-social behaviour by 20.9% and criminal damage by 12.5% could indicate a temporary lull in disputes or vandalism, though long-term patterns remain to be seen.