Barwell Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Barwell's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, 16.4% below the UK average of 7.3. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.1% of all reported incidents—just 3% below the UK average. This suggests a relatively stable situation in violent crime, though the rate itself remains modest compared to national levels. Criminal damage and arson followed as the second most common category, contributing 16.1% of total crimes and vastly outpacing the UK rate by 89%. This discrepancy may be influenced by local factors such as the built-up nature of the area, where property-related incidents are more concentrated. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and shorter evenings—likely contributed to fluctuations in certain crime types. For instance, the spike in other theft could be tied to increased retail activity, while the drop in anti-social behaviour may reflect reduced outdoor gatherings as temperatures fell. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly, with property-related offences making up a larger share of the total than in previous months. These patterns are consistent with the character of a small built-up area, where community dynamics and local events can have a pronounced effect on crime trends. The overall rate remains low, but the sharp contrast in specific categories—particularly criminal damage and arson—underscores the need for targeted analysis of local conditions.

The most dramatic shift in November 2025 was the 500% increase in other theft, rising from one to six incidents. This surge, likely linked to Black Friday shopping activity, contrasts sharply with the 66.7% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 12 to four cases. The crime mix also shifted notably: violent crimes decreased by 20.7% (from 29 to 23), while property-related offences such as criminal damage and arson rose 89% above the UK average. Public order offences, at 10.7% of total crimes, exceeded the UK rate by 49%, a figure that may reflect the impact of extended evenings and Bonfire Night events. Residents may find the 89% disparity in criminal damage and arson particularly noteworthy, as this category is significantly higher than the national average. These swings highlight how seasonal and commercial activities can reshape local crime patterns.

Barwell's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 8.2% compared to the previous month, dropping from 6.7 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, the local figure of two reported crimes per day provides a tangible sense of the scale of incidents, though this does not account for unreported or minor incidents. Over the course of November, one crime occurred for every 163 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents in relation to the population. This rate, while lower than the UK average, reflects a unique local dynamic where certain crime types—such as criminal damage and arson—outpace national trends. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Barwell's overall crime rate remains relatively low, specific categories demand closer attention due to their disproportionate impact compared to the UK average.