Bridlington Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bridlington's crime profile in November 2025 is defined by an unusually high rate of violence and sexual offences, which account for 47.6% of all recorded crimes. At 4.2 per 1,000 residents, this category is 63% above the UK average, marking a striking outlier in the area's crime profile. The overall crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents places Bridlington 21.9% above the national average, a disparity that reflects both the concentration of violent crime and the seasonal context of November. This month, marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and increasingly dark evenings, likely contributes to the elevated levels of violence and theft. The prominence of violent crime contrasts with the relatively low rates of burglary and vehicle crime, which are in line with or below UK averages. The town's character as a coastal resort with a mix of residential and tourist activity may explain this pattern: while short-term visitors could drive shoplifting and public order issues, the lack of extensive commercial zones may limit property crime. The data also highlights a 12.5% share of shoplifting cases, which are 75% above the UK average, suggesting that retail areas or seasonal shopping events are significant factors. These findings underscore the need for targeted strategies to address violent crime while leveraging the lower rates of property-related offences as a potential strength in local crime prevention efforts.

November 2025 saw a 20.6% increase in shoplifting, rising from 34 to 41 incidents—a sharp upward trend that may partly explain the area's elevated crime profile compared to the UK. This surge aligns with the timing of Black Friday shopping, which often drives retail theft in coastal towns with seasonal tourist activity. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 70.6%, falling from 17 to 5 incidents, possibly linked to shorter evenings and reduced car usage during the darker November nights. The breakdown also reveals stark contrasts: while shoplifting and violence remain significantly above UK averages, anti-social behaviour and drugs offences are below the national benchmark. For residents, the 75% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average offers a concrete insight into local vulnerabilities that may require targeted interventions.

Bridlington's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 8.9 per 1,000 residents, a 9.9% decrease from the previous month's 9.9 per 1,000. This decline suggests a slight moderation in criminal activity. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 11 crimes were reported over the 30-day period, translating to roughly one crime for every 112 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 36,771 people. While the overall rate has dropped from October, the persistent gap between Bridlington and the UK average underscores the need for continued local monitoring. The decrease in vehicle crime by 70.6% to five incidents may reflect reduced traffic or seasonal factors, though this remains an area to watch given its sharp decline.