Bedlington Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bedlington’s crime rate in November 2025 reached 10.1 per 1,000 residents, a 38.4% increase above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a marked deviation from national trends, with 174 crimes recorded across the area’s population of 17,198. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (54 incidents, 31% of total), anti-social behaviour (41 incidents, 24% of total), and shoplifting (15 incidents, 9% of total). These categories, particularly anti-social behaviour and 'other crime', are significantly above UK averages, with anti-social behaviour 126% higher and 'other crime' 462% higher than national rates. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and darker evenings—likely contributes to these patterns. For instance, the drop in shoplifting (31.8% decrease from October) may be attributed to earlier Black Friday activity, while the surge in 'other crime' could be linked to increased indoor gatherings or unclassified incidents. Violence and sexual offences. compared to October, remain 21% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in this area. The relatively low rates of burglary (1.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.6 per 1,000) contrast with the sharp rise in 'other crime', indicating a shift in criminal focus. This data underscores the need for community engagement and targeted interventions, particularly around anti-social behaviour and unclassified incidents, which may require further investigation to address effectively.

November 2025 saw sharp increases in 'other crime', which jumped 400% (from 3 to 15), and 'drugs' rose 150% (from 2 to 5), both far exceeding UK averages. Robbery also doubled (from 0 to 2), though it remains 9% below the UK average. In contrast, shoplifting fell 31.8% (from 22 to 15), possibly due to Black Friday’s earlier shopping rush, and vehicle crime dropped 50% (from 2 to 1). However, these declines are overshadowed by the surge in 'other crime', which includes unclassified incidents and may reflect underreporting or evolving criminal tactics. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 18.2% (from 66 to 54), but they remain 21% above the UK average, suggesting persistent issues in this category. The stark contrast between rising 'other crime' and falling shoplifting indicates a reallocation of criminal focus, linked to seasonal events like Bonfire Night or increased indoor activity. Residents should be particularly vigilant around anti-social behaviour, which is 126% above the UK average, and the sudden rise in 'other crime', a category that includes unclassified incidents and may reflect underreporting or evolving criminal tactics.

The crime rate in Bedlington rose by 10.1% from 9.2 per 1,000 in October 2025 to 10.1 per 1,000 in November, marking a continued upward trend. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately six crimes reported each day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, reflects a consistent increase over recent months. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 99 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. Given Bedlington’s population of 17,198, the 174 crimes recorded in November represent a significant proportion of the community, particularly when compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This divergence underscores the need for targeted local strategies, as the area’s crime profile appears to be influenced by factors such as seasonal events and community-specific dynamics. The population context further reveals that Bedlington’s crime rate is higher in categories like anti-social behaviour and other crime, which are 126% and 462% above national averages respectively. These statistics suggest that local conditions—whether related to demographics, geography, or seasonal activity—may be contributing to the elevated rates observed in November.