Powys Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile in Powys for November 2025, accounting for 44.9% of all reported crimes. This category, at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, remains 3% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crime in this rural area may be linked to its geographic isolation, which can limit access to support services and increase the likelihood of disputes escalating. Public order offences, which rose by 38.9% to 75 incidents, now stand 28% above the UK average, suggesting a potential correlation with the seasonal context of November, including Bonfire Night and extended dark evenings. The area's overall crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents is 23.3% below the UK average, a significant gap that reflects Powys' generally lower crime profile compared to other regions. This discrepancy is particularly evident in categories such as vehicle crime, which is 75% below the UK average, and shoplifting, which is 68% below. However, the sharp increase in drug-related crimes—up 116.7% to 52 incidents—raises questions about local factors that may be driving this trend. The seasonal context of November, with its associated events and weather patterns, likely contributes to fluctuations in certain crime types, though the exact drivers require further analysis. The low rate of theft from the person and bicycle theft, both below the UK average by 100%, may indicate effective local measures or environmental factors that deter such offences. These patterns, when viewed alongside the area's rural character, suggest a combination of geographic, social, and seasonal influences shaping the crime profile in Powys.

November 2025 saw a marked 116.7% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 24 to 52 incidents. This surge contrasts sharply with a 66.7% decline in bicycle theft, which fell from six to two cases—a shift likely influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced cycling activity in colder weather. Public order offences also rose by 38.9%, reaching 75 incidents, a figure 28% above the UK average. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained 3% below the UK average at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, despite accounting for 44.9% of all reported crimes in Powys. The drop in vehicle crime (-45%) and criminal damage (-17.9%) suggests potential improvements in local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. The rate of drug-related crimes in Powys now exceeds the UK average by 48%, a significant deviation that may warrant closer attention from local authorities. The daily crime count of 25 incidents per day provides a concrete measure for residents to contextualise local safety, offering a clear contrast to the UK's broader crime profile. This figure, combined with the specific increase in drug-related crimes, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where these offences are concentrated.

Powys' crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 4.6% decrease from the previous month's 5.8. This downward trend suggests a stabilisation in local crime dynamics, though the rate remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, Powys recorded approximately 25 crimes per day in November, reflecting a consistent but manageable level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 180 residents, illustrating a relatively low monthly exposure compared to other areas. This statistic, when contextualised against Powys' population of 135,059, highlights that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The reduction in vehicle crime (-45%) and bicycle theft (-66.7%) may indicate seasonal shifts, such as reduced outdoor activity during colder weather, though these changes require further analysis to confirm patterns. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Powys continues to maintain a lower crime profile compared to the UK average, with most categories showing substantial gaps below national figures. The daily crime figure of 25 per day is particularly noteworthy, as it provides a tangible benchmark for residents to assess local safety relative to national trends. This consistency in daily activity, despite month-on-month fluctuations, underscores the importance of long-term monitoring to detect emerging patterns or persistent issues.