Bridgnorth Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Bridgnorth’s crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 28% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a figure that translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes per day for residents. This rate, while modest, reflects the interplay of local factors and seasonal dynamics, with anti-social behaviour accounting for 21.9% of all reported incidents—making it the most common category. Violence and sexual offences, at 20.3% of total crimes, remain a concern despite being 58% below the UK average, a disparity that may stem from Bridgnorth’s character as a historic market town with a relatively stable population. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter evenings—likely influences patterns of anti-social behaviour and property crime, which together account for 42.8% of incidents. While violent crime remains low, the rise in drug-related offences and possession of weapons—both doubling from the previous month—suggests areas for further scrutiny. The overall profile indicates a community where routine policing and community engagement may play a key role in maintaining safety, though targeted interventions could address emerging trends.

November 2023 saw significant month-on-month changes in Bridgnorth’s crime profile. Drug-related offences surged by 100%, rising from zero to three reported cases, a shift that may reflect seasonal pressures or new local dynamics. Burglary also doubled, increasing from three to six incidents, potentially linked to increased home occupancy during the holiday season or heightened vulnerability in certain neighbourhoods. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 43.5%, from 23 to 13, a decline consistent with the typically calmer environment of late autumn. Bridgnorth’s violent crime rate of 1.1 per 1,000 is 58% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, illustrating a stark contrast to national trends. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains prevalent, at 1.2 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, a 14% gap that may reflect local social patterns or policing priorities.

Bridgnorth’s November 2023 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 16.3% increase from the previous month’s 4.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the local rhythm of incidents in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 184 residents, a metric that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. This rate, while modest compared to the UK average, highlights the need for vigilance in a community where anti-social behaviour and property crimes remain focal concerns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a lower overall risk than the UK average, yet specific categories—such as drug-related offences and possession of weapons—show marked deviations. These insights suggest that while Bridgnorth maintains a generally safer profile, targeted attention to emerging trends may be warranted.