Freshwater and Totland Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 8,705 residents, 29 crimes in November 2025 translate to 3.3 crimes per 1,000 people – a figure 54.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile, though seasonal factors may partly explain patterns. Violent crimes, which accounted for 51.7% of all incidents (15 cases), dominate the monthly tally, reflecting the impact of dark evenings and the proximity to Bonfire Night events. Public order offences (17.2%, 5 cases) also feature prominently, consistent with the area’s coastal character and seasonal foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour (10.3%, 3 cases) remains well below UK averages, aligning with the community’s tight-knit nature and limited nightlife. The crime mix shifts significantly from October, with a sharp drop in violent crimes and a rise in vehicle-related incidents, suggesting evolving local dynamics. November’s darker evenings and the timing of Black Friday shopping may have influenced the balance between violent and property crimes, though the overall rate remains markedly lower than national benchmarks.

November saw a 42.3% decrease in violent and sexual offences (from 26 to 15 cases), the most significant drop across all categories. This decline, despite the month’s dark evenings and Bonfire Night events, suggests effective local interventions or natural seasonal variations. Meanwhile, vehicle crime surged by 100% (from 0 to 2 cases), possibly linked to increased car use during Black Friday sales or changes in parking patterns. Other crime also rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 case). Public order offences (5 cases) remained 28% above UK averages (0.5 per 1,000), potentially reflecting the area’s coastal tourism and seasonal gatherings. Anti-social behaviour (3 cases) stayed 72% below UK averages (1.1 per 1,000), reinforcing the area’s generally low levels of disruptive activity. These shifts indicate a combination of local initiatives, seasonal rhythms, and national trends.

The November 2025 crime rate (3.3 per 1,000) represents a 39.6% decrease from October’s 5.5 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. Over the 30 days of November, this equates to roughly 1 crime per day – a figure that may feel even more manageable given the area’s population of 8,705. On a monthly scale, one reported crime occurred for every 300 residents, a ratio that contrasts sharply with UK averages. This low monthly exposure (1-in-300) underscores the area’s safety, though it must be contextualised against the 54.8% gap from the UK average. The daily crime context (1 per day) is particularly relevant for residents, offering a tangible measure of risk. While the overall rate remains low, the 100% increase in vehicle crime and other crime highlights pockets of change that warrant closer attention. These figures suggest that while the area is broadly safe, specific factors like seasonal shopping or transportation patterns may influence certain crime types.