Halton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a notable shift in Halton's crime profile, with the overall rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents reflecting a 15.5% decrease from the previous month. This decline, while significant, contrasts with the persistent challenge of violent crime, which accounted for 47% of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—25% above the UK average—potentially influenced by the area's mix of urban and semi-rural environments. Public order offences also surged, reaching 0.8 per 1,000 (70% above the UK average), possibly linked to the festive season's increased foot traffic and social gatherings. Seasonal factors, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have contributed to these trends, though the drop in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggests some success in community-focused interventions. The area's crime profile highlights a combination of localized pressures and broader national patterns, with certain categories—such as anti-social behaviour—showing marked improvements relative to the UK average. This data underscores the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as Halton's unique demographic and geographic characteristics shape its crime picture in distinct ways.

November 2025 saw a 44.4% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 9 to 13 incidents. This spike contrasts with a 42.9% drop in robbery, which fell from 7 to 4 cases, marking one of the most significant declines in the month. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 40.5%, from 116 to 69 incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes or targeted policing. The area's violent crime rate remains higher than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 3.2 per 1,000 (25% above the UK figure), while public order offences surged 70% above the national average. Conversely, anti-social behaviour is 53% below the UK rate, illustrating a mixed picture of local crime trends. These shifts underscore the importance of contextual factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping in shaping crime patterns.

Halton's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 15.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 8.1 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November typically sees reduced outdoor activity and heightened community awareness around events like Bonfire Night. On a daily basis, 30 crimes were reported in the area, a figure that reflects the local context of a mixed urban-rural district with a population of 131,543. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents, a rate that is 5.5% below the UK average. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk, though it does not account for localized variations in crime hotspots. The drop in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, coupled with the rise in weapons possession, suggests shifting dynamics that may be influenced by both enforcement efforts and seasonal factors.