Burton upon Trent Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burton upon Trent recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, placing it 6.8% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a mix of persistent and evolving challenges in the area. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 42.1% of all reported incidents, a proportion significantly higher than the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 14.6%, highlighting ongoing issues with public order. Shoplifting, while lower than the UK average, remained a notable concern, contributing 7.6% to the total. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—likely influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic and lighting conditions potentially affecting both crime types and reporting rates. While violent crime remains a focal point, the area’s relatively low burglary rate (67% below the UK average) may indicate effective community policing or security measures. The sharp increase in 'Other crime' and bicycle theft, however, suggests areas requiring further attention. These trends underscore the need for targeted strategies that address both the immediate and underlying factors shaping the local crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in November 2025 was the 166.7% surge in 'Other crime', rising from 6 to 16 incidents. This category, which includes a range of non-specific offences, saw a sharp increase that may reflect unreported or evolving criminal activity patterns. Concurrently, bicycle theft doubled, with four reported cases compared to two in the prior month, potentially linked to increased foot traffic during Black Friday shopping or the timing of Bonfire Night. In contrast, burglary plummeted by 83.9%, from 31 to 5 incidents, a drop that may align with seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity or enhanced security measures. The area’s violent crime rate remained 28% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 42.1% of all crimes, a figure that underscores persistent challenges in this category. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 25% below the UK average, a trend that could be attributed to lower traffic volumes or improved vehicle security in the area.

Burton upon Trent’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 7.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.6 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter evenings or changes in community activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 19 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents occur. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 128 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population. While this rate is slightly higher than the UK average, the monthly exposure metric offers a localised perspective that reflects the specific context of Burton upon Trent. The reduction in burglary rates by 83.9% and the sharp drop in possession of weapons by 61.5% may indicate targeted interventions or natural fluctuations in criminal activity, though further analysis would be required to confirm these trends.