Brandon Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Brandon (County Durham) in November 2025 reveals a complex balance between violent and property-related offences, with notable variations compared to the UK average. Overall, the area recorded 83 crimes (7.7 per 1,000 residents), placing it 5.5% above the national average of 7.3 per 1,000. The most prevalent categories were violence and sexual offences (19 cases, 22.9% of total), anti-social behaviour (19 cases, 22.9%), and criminal damage and arson (13 cases, 15.7%). This mix suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes, which may be influenced by the area’s built-up character and seasonal factors. November’s darker evenings and events such as Bonfire Night could have contributed to increased anti-social behaviour, while Black Friday shopping may have driven shoplifting (8 cases, 9.6% of total). However, the area’s lower-than-average rates for burglary (33% below UK) and vehicle crime (25% below UK) indicate that certain protective measures—such as robust street lighting or community policing—may be effective in deterring these crimes. The seasonal context also raises questions about how temporary spikes in activity, like Bonfire Night, interact with long-term crime trends. This balance of crime types illustrates a community where social dynamics and environmental factors play a significant role in shaping criminal activity.

November 2025 saw a sharp 150% increase in 'other crime' (from 2 to 5 cases), a category that, while undefined, may include emerging or less common offences. This surge, combined with a 100% rise in robbery (from 0 to 1 case), highlights areas of concern that warrant closer scrutiny. Conversely, burglary fell by 75% (from 8 to 2 cases), potentially reflecting improved security measures or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. The crime mix also reveals stark contrasts with the UK average: anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were 70% and 126% above national levels, respectively, while vehicle crime and burglary were 25% and 33% below. These disparities suggest a unique local context, where community-specific factors—such as the area’s built-up character or proximity to rural zones—may influence crime patterns. For residents, the 126% increase in criminal damage compared to the UK average is a particularly salient data point, indicating a need for targeted community engagement or infrastructure protection.

Brandon’s crime rate in November 2025 (7.7 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 22.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 10.0 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as November’s shorter evenings and reduced retail activity may temper opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly three crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not include UK-wide comparisons as no such data is provided. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 129 residents reported a crime, a monthly exposure rate that situates Brandon within a broader context of urban and rural crime dynamics. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 10,739, underscores the importance of localized factors—such as community engagement and seasonal events—in shaping crime trends. The reduction in burglary (down 75%) and vehicle crime (down 50%) suggests that targeted interventions or environmental changes may have contributed to this shift, though further analysis would be needed to confirm causality.