Ledbury Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in Ledbury during November 2025 reveals a notable shift in local crime dynamics. With 22 violent crimes recorded compared to 21 property crimes, the area saw a rare reversal of the usual trend where property crime typically dominates. This 0.5-crime difference, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain increased police focus on public order and personal safety initiatives in recent weeks. The overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents places Ledbury 24.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a position that has remained consistent for several months. Seasonal factors likely contributed to this pattern, with Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping creating unique conditions for both property and violent crime. The most common crime category, violence and sexual offences (42.3% of all crimes), aligns with the area's compact built-up nature, where limited public spaces can amplify tensions during peak hours. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson accounted for 23.1% of all crimes, a figure 145% above the UK average. This anomaly may reflect the town's historical buildings and the concentrated impact of Bonfire Night events in specific areas. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (1.9%) and other theft (1.9%) suggest that local retail environments, due to their small-scale nature, may deter opportunistic crimes compared to larger urban centres.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 4 to 12 incidents. This surge, which places the category 145% above the UK average, may be directly linked to Bonfire Night celebrations and the heightened use of fireworks in residential areas. In contrast, shoplifting dropped by 75% compared to the previous month, with incidents falling from 4 to 1. This decline is consistent with the timing of Black Friday, which typically sees a spike in retail activity that might have drawn attention away from smaller shops. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted with violent crimes (22) narrowly outpacing property crimes (21) for the first time this year. This reversal could indicate seasonal changes in community behaviour, with colder evenings increasing confrontations in public spaces. The category of 'Other theft' also saw a 100% increase, though the single reported incident remains a small number. Residents may find the 24.7% UK comparison particularly relevant, as it underscores Ledbury's relative safety despite the surge in specific crime types. The 18.2% month-on-month increase in the overall crime rate from 4.7 to 5.5 per 1,000 residents highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing targeted issues like arson.

Ledbury's crime rate in November 2025 (5.5 per 1,000) represents an 18.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This rise, while significant, remains well below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 2 crimes per day in November, a figure that appears modest when compared to larger urban centres but is consistent with Ledbury's compact built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is considerably lower than the UK average. This statistic suggests that residents in Ledbury face a lower frequency of crime compared to the national average, though the recent increase in criminal damage and arson may warrant closer attention. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that with 9,409 residents, the 52 total crimes reported in November equate to a very low absolute number. This context is important for residents considering the relative safety of the area, as the crime figures must be interpreted alongside the town's small population and unique geographic characteristics. The 18.2% month-on-month increase, while notable, does not yet suggest a trend that would require major policy changes, but it does indicate the need for ongoing monitoring of specific crime categories like arson.