Staffordshire Moorlands Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Staffordshire Moorlands, the crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 in November 2025 means that, on average, one in every 187 people experienced a reported crime during the month. This figure is 27.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to the national picture. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 13.8%. These figures highlight the importance of community safety measures, particularly in addressing interpersonal conflicts. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—may have influenced patterns of crime, with violent offences likely exacerbated by reduced visibility and increased social interactions. While property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were significantly lower than UK averages, the high proportion of violent incidents suggests that local factors, such as the area’s rural nature and smaller population, may contribute to a different crime profile compared to densely populated urban centres. The relatively low rate of theft from the person—only 0.0 per 1,000—indicates that personal safety in public spaces remains a priority for residents, even as overall crime rates remain manageable.

November 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 0 to 2 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores the vulnerability of individuals in public spaces, particularly during darker evenings. Conversely, robbery rates plummeted by 80%, falling from 10 to 2 cases—a shift that may reflect heightened police presence or seasonal changes in criminal activity. Other theft also rose by 40.7%, from 27 to 38, indicating a potential shift in focus towards less severe property crimes. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, contributing 42.6% of all reported incidents. This proportion is 11% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or rural demographics—may contribute to a relatively lower incidence of severe violence compared to urban areas.

In November 2025, Staffordshire Moorlands recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 5.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7. This decline suggests a continued trend of relative safety compared to other areas. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported, translating to roughly one incident for every 187 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure is lower than the UK average, it remains a tangible reminder of the risks faced by local residents. The population context—96,651 people—means that even a small absolute number of crimes can feel impactful in a close-knit community. The drop in robbery rates by 80% and burglary by 38.9% highlights targeted efforts or seasonal factors. These figures, when paired with the area’s rural character, suggest that community engagement and local policing may play a role in sustaining low crime levels.