Bridgnorth Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bridgnorth's overall crime rate in August 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This lower-than-national rate contrasts with specific categories where Bridgnorth diverges from the UK profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 — 23% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 15.4% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 — 32% below the national benchmark. These figures suggest a generally lower incidence of violent and disruptive crime compared to the UK, which may reflect the character of Bridgnorth as a smaller, built-up area within Shropshire. However, shoplifting emerged as an outlier, with a rate of 0.9 per 1,000 — 43% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This divergence highlights the influence of local retail environments, where high foot traffic and seasonal demand during August's peak holiday period may contribute to increased theft opportunities. Public order offences also exceeded the UK average by 38%, rising to 0.8 per 1,000, linked to the summer influx of visitors to the area. Seasonal factors appear to play a significant role in shaping crime patterns, with August's holiday season likely amplifying both retail-related and public order incidents. The interplay between these dynamics and Bridgnorth's character as a historic town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces creates a unique crime profile that differs from larger urban centres.

August 2025 saw dramatic month-on-month changes in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 400%, rising from one incident in July to five in August, a jump that could be linked to increased summer travel or unsecured vehicles in public areas. Public order offences also rose sharply by 125%, from four to nine incidents, possibly reflecting the impact of higher foot traffic during the peak holiday season. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes doubled, increasing from zero to two incidents, a development that may indicate shifts in local activity patterns or policing focus. Burglary, however, fell by 33.3% from three to two incidents, due to heightened awareness during the summer months or the seasonal closure of some properties. Shoplifting rates in Bridgnorth were 43% above the UK average, a stark deviation from the area's overall lower-than-national crime profile. This contrast suggests that retail environments in Bridgnorth may face unique challenges compared to other regions.

Bridgnorth's crime rate in August 2025 rose to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 44.5% increase from the previous month's 4.6 per 1,000. This upward trend contrasts with the area's overall position of being 18.5% below the UK average. On a daily basis, Bridgnorth saw approximately three crimes reported each day in August, a figure that reflects local patterns rather than national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in this built-up area of Shropshire. When contextualised against the population of 11,782, this rate suggests a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to both the UK average and historical trends in the region. The shift from the previous month's lower rate may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during the summer holidays, which can influence crime dynamics in smaller communities.