Plymouth Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Plymouth’s November 2025 crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents places it 13.7% above the UK average, reflecting the challenges of managing crime in a coastal urban area with significant tourism and commuter activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 45% of all incidents—44% higher than the UK average. This spike may be linked to the area’s nightlife and the seasonal impact of Bonfire Night, which typically sees increased alcohol-fuelled incidents. Anti-social behaviour (15.9% of total crimes) and criminal damage (8.8%) followed closely, both above national averages, highlighting persistent issues in public spaces and property vandalism. The data also shows a stark contrast in specific crime types: shoplifting (5.7%) and vehicle crime (2.6%) fell below UK rates, potentially due to increased police presence during the holiday shopping season and improved vehicle security measures. However, the sharp rise in 'other crime' (+44.4%) raises questions about unclassified incidents that may require further investigation. Seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and the closure of seasonal events, likely contributed to the 10.1% monthly decline in overall crime, though violent crime remains a pressing concern. The profile of Plymouth’s crime picture—skewed toward violent and anti-social incidents—suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those with concentrated retail and entertainment hubs.

November saw a 10.1% drop in Plymouth’s overall crime rate compared to October, driven by a 59.1% decline in robbery cases and a 45.2% reduction in public order offences. This decrease may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property crimes (643) now comprising 28.4% of total incidents, compared to 45% for violent crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 3.7 per 1,000—44% above the UK average. Conversely, shoplifting and vehicle crime fell below UK levels, with the latter 50% lower than the national average. A significant increase in 'other crime' (+44.4%) suggests emerging trends in unclassified incidents, potentially linked to the seasonal rush of Bonfire Night events. Residents should remain vigilant in high-footfall areas, where anti-social behaviour incidents remain 23% above the UK average.

Plymouth’s crime rate in November 2025 fell by 10.1% compared to the previous month’s rate of 9.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a notable decline. This reduction aligns with the end of Black Friday shopping activity, which often sees spikes in retail-related crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 75 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the density of population and urban activity typical of a coastal city. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 120 residents, a rate that, while higher than the UK average, is consistent with Plymouth’s profile as a major urban centre with a mix of tourist and commuter populations. This monthly exposure highlights the need for ongoing community engagement and targeted policing efforts in areas prone to specific crime types, such as violence and anti-social behaviour.