Bletchley Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Bletchley, a built-up area within Milton Keynes, recorded 311 crimes, translating to a rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 5.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a difference that, while modest, underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. The crime profile reveals a stark dominance of violent crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 50.8% of all reported incidents. This is significantly higher than the UK average for the same category, which stands at 2.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—may have contributed to this pattern. The surge in violence could be linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas or the social dynamics of the holiday season. Meanwhile, property crimes, though lower in proportion, remain a concern: shoplifting and other theft accounted for 14.2% of all crimes. This mix suggests that while Bletchley is not a high-crime area, it faces unique challenges in managing violent incidents, particularly during peak seasonal periods. The data also highlights areas of strength: anti-social behaviour is 53% below the UK average, reflecting effective local community initiatives or a lower incidence of such issues. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which increased by 150% compared to October, may indicate a need for targeted interventions around public events or fireworks-related incidents. The overall crime rate’s stability compared to the previous month suggests that, despite these fluctuations, the area has maintained a relatively consistent level of safety. This balance between local challenges and comparative advantages paints a nuanced picture of Bletchley’s crime profile in November 2025.

November saw a 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 10 to 25 incidents. This surge may be linked to Bonfire Night, a local event that often involves fireworks and associated disturbances. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 16.2%, from 136 to 158 cases, marking a notable increase in violent crime compared to the previous month. However, theft from the person dropped by two-thirds, from 3 to 1 incident, suggesting potential improvements in personal safety measures or a shift in criminal activity. Robbery rates also fell by 50%, from 6 to 3 cases, which could indicate a temporary decline in targeted theft. Bletchley’s rate for violence and sexual offences is 36% above the UK average, highlighting a distinct local challenge. Conversely, anti-social behaviour is 53% below the UK average, reflecting community policing efforts or a lower prevalence of such incidents in the area.

Bletchley’s crime rate remained stable in November 2025, matching the previous month’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day, a figure that, while low in absolute terms, reflects the density of the built-up area within Milton Keynes. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 146 residents, a metric that contextualises the exposure of the local population to crime in a way that accounts for the area’s size. When compared to the UK average, Bletchley’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000 is 5.5% lower, a difference that, while modest, may partly reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial zones, which could deter certain types of crime. This stability contrasts with the UK-wide seasonal trends, where November often sees a slight uptick in property-related crimes due to colder weather and holiday shopping, though Bletchley’s data does not follow this pattern.