Ross-on-Wye Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, a resident of Ross-on-Wye faced a 1-in-134 chance of experiencing a reported crime, based on the area’s crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 people. This figure places Ross-on-Wye 1.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a narrow margin that suggests local factors may be influencing crime trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.8% of all reported crimes (31 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.6%) and burglary (9.8%). The seasonal context of November—marked by darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—may contribute to patterns observed in these figures. Violence and sexual offences, for instance, often see spikes during periods of heightened social activity or reduced visibility. Similarly, anti-social behaviour may be amplified during colder months when public spaces are more frequently occupied by groups. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.4 per 1,000) could reflect the area’s smaller population and limited commuter traffic, though this hypothesis requires further data to confirm. The crime rate, while slightly below the national average, underscores the need for continued attention to local hotspots and seasonal fluctuations.

November 2024 saw a 10.9% decrease in Ross-on-Wye’s overall crime rate compared to the previous month (8.4 per 1,000 to 7.5 per 1,000). This decline was driven by a 46.2% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 13 to 7 cases, potentially linked to post-Black Friday retail activity or increased police presence during the festive period. Conversely, drug-related crimes surged by 100%, rising from 1 to 2 cases—a stark increase that may indicate shifting patterns in illicit activity or heightened enforcement efforts. Other theft also rose by 40%, reflecting a 2-case increase to 7 total incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly above the UK average (2.8 per 1,000 vs. the UK’s 2.6 per 1,000), suggesting local challenges in addressing this category. Burglary, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 126% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), a figure that could be tied to the area’s built-up character and potential vulnerabilities in property security. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 40%, due to seasonal factors or community initiatives. These shifts highlight the combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

Ross-on-Wye’s crime rate in November 2024 (7.5 per 1,000) marked a 10.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 8.4 per 1,000, indicating a notable improvement in local safety metrics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, translates to a tangible presence in the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the area’s population of 10,996, suggests a relatively low risk for individuals. This contrast with the previous month’s higher rate underscores the potential impact of targeted interventions or seasonal changes, such as the reduction in shoplifting cases. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Ross-on-Wye’s crime profile, while slightly below the UK average, contains distinct deviations—such as the 126% higher burglary rate compared to the national figure. These differences may reflect local characteristics, including the built-up area’s density or specific vulnerabilities in property crime prevention. While the monthly exposure rate is a useful benchmark, it does not capture the nuances of individual risk, which can vary significantly based on location, time of day, and personal circumstances.