Scunthorpe Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Scunthorpe, 10.7 crimes were reported in November 2025, placing the area 46.6% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This rate translates to a tangible risk for residents, with one in every 93 people experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (11.9%) and public order offences (9.7%). These figures are consistent with the area’s character as a built-up town with a mix of retail, industrial, and residential zones. The seasonal context of November—marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributes to the elevated rates of violent and property crimes. Violence and sexual offences in Scunthorpe (4.1 per 1,000) are 60% above the UK average, potentially reflecting higher concentrations of nightlife activity or social challenges in specific neighbourhoods. Similarly, shoplifting rates are 106% above the national average, possibly linked to the town’s retail presence and the increased foot traffic during late-night shopping events. Public order offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, are 113% above the UK average, which may be tied to the convergence of seasonal events and the local environment. These patterns suggest that Scunthorpe’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its geographical features, economic activity, and the rhythms of community life during the autumn months.

November saw a 34.5% increase in 'other crime' incidents, rising from 29 to 39. This category, which includes unclassified or low-priority offences, may reflect seasonal spikes in unreported or minor incidents. Vehicle crime also rose by 31.3%, with 21 incidents recorded, potentially linked to increased car usage during Black Friday shopping. Conversely, theft from the person dropped by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities during colder evenings. Violent crimes, at 4.1 per 1,000, remain 60% above the UK average, with no clear explanation for this persistent gap. Public order offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, are 113% above the UK average, tied to Bonfire Night events and late-night retail activity. These shifts highlight the combination of local demographics and seasonal patterns, with no single factor fully accounting for the data.

In November 2025, Scunthorpe’s crime rate fell slightly to 10.7 per 1,000 residents from 11.2 per 1,000 in October, a 3.9% decrease. This modest decline contrasts with the area’s ongoing challenge of maintaining a rate 46.6% above the UK average. Daily crime activity in November averaged 29 incidents per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 93 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places individual risk in a tangible context. With a population of 81,651, this translates to a localised risk profile where residents are more than twice as likely to experience crime compared to the UK average. The data does not suggest a clear trend in overall severity, but the mix of violent and property crimes remains a concern, particularly in light of seasonal factors like darker evenings and retail activity.