Letchworth Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Letchworth in November 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal dynamics. With a total crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents—8.2% below the UK average—Letchworth demonstrates a generally lower level of criminal activity compared to the national picture. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.5% of all reported crimes. This proportion is slightly higher than the UK average (2.6 per 1,000 vs 2.7 per 1,000), suggesting that personal safety remains a key concern for residents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 17.9% of total crimes, a figure that is 13% above the UK average. This may reflect the area's characteristics as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where noise disputes and public disturbances are more likely to occur. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely contributes to this pattern. For instance, the sharp increase in violent crime could be linked to heightened social interactions during the festive period, while the relatively low rate of vehicle crime may be influenced by reduced outdoor activity. Shoplifting remained at 0.6 per 1,000, 5% below the UK average, due to the area's lower retail density compared to larger urban centres. The crime mix thus illustrates a community where interpersonal conflicts and public order issues play a more prominent role than theft or burglary, a contrast to the UK-wide trend where property crimes often dominate.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 500% increase in burglary cases, rising from 2 to 12 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), raises questions about targeted vulnerabilities in the area. Concurrently, vehicle crime fell by 37.5%, dropping from 8 to 5 incidents, a decline that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. The crime mix also shifted notably: violent crimes (39.5% of total) outpaced property crimes (30.5%), a reversal of the usual balance in Letchworth. This imbalance is significant, as violent crime rates in the area are 5% above the UK average (2.6 vs 2.7 per 1,000), while shoplifting remains 5% below the national rate (0.6 vs 0.6 per 1,000). Residents might find the 25% reduction in criminal damage and arson (from 20 to 14 cases) particularly reassuring, though this category still lags behind the UK average by 25%.

Letchworth's crime rate remained stable at 6.7 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, matching the previous month's rate exactly. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. Daily crime averaged 7 incidents per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 149 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average (which would require calculating a separate figure not provided), it highlights the relative safety of Letchworth compared to other areas. The population context is critical: with 33,195 residents, the 223 total crimes reported represent a manageable proportion of the community. This stability contrasts with the UK-wide average, where Letchworth's rate is 8.2% below the national figure. However, the breakdown of crime types reveals a more nuanced picture, with certain categories like burglary and anti-social behaviour deviating significantly from UK norms.