Stevenage Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Stevenage's crime profile in November 2024, accounting for nearly 38% of all reported crimes. At 8.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, the local authority district's rate is 15.8% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This pattern aligns with seasonal factors, as November brings shorter evenings and heightened activity around Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences likely reflects the area's mix of urban centres and suburban neighbourhoods, where late-night retail activity and community events may contribute to increased incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, also exceeds the UK average by 44%, suggesting persistent challenges with public order in key areas. While property crimes remain relatively low compared to violent offences, the breakdown shows a balanced distribution between property (239 incidents) and violent crimes (303 incidents), with shoplifting being the only property-related category below the UK average. The seasonal context of November—characterised by colder weather and reduced daylight—may partly explain the higher rates of violence, as outdoor spaces become less frequented and indoor venues remain open later into the evening. This combination of factors underscores the need for targeted interventions during the holiday season, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and community events.

November 2024 saw a striking 153.8% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 13 to 33 incidents. This surge is the most significant month-on-month change and suggests potential shifts in local drug dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal demand or changes in enforcement patterns. Bicycle theft also rose by 33.3%, with 12 reported incidents compared to 9 in the previous month, which may reflect increased cycling during colder months or vulnerabilities in parking infrastructure. Conversely, theft from the person fell sharply by 66.7%, dropping from 12 to 4 incidents—a reduction that could be attributed to heightened police presence or public awareness around high-risk periods like Black Friday. Robbery rates also decreased by 50%, from 8 to 4 incidents, indicating a broader trend in reduced street-level crime during November. Stevenage's violent crime category—violence and sexual offences—remains 28% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this area compared to national benchmarks. Meanwhile, vehicle crime is 32% below the UK average, which may be consistent with Stevenage's lower population density and fewer high-traffic zones compared to major urban centres. These contrasting trends illustrate the complexity of local crime patterns, where some categories rise sharply while others decline, requiring nuanced responses tailored to specific neighbourhoods and activities.

Stevenage's crime rate in November 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, with the rate unchanged at 8.8 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that the local crime environment is not experiencing rapid fluctuations, though the month-on-month changes in specific categories reveal underlying shifts. On a daily basis, Stevenage recorded an average of 27 crimes per day in November, a figure that provides context for residents to gauge the frequency of incidents in their daily lives. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 114 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Stevenage's population at a moderate risk level compared to other areas. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 8.8 per 1,000 rate translates to approximately 805 crimes across a population of 91,774—a figure that, while above the UK average, reflects the area's unique demographic and geographic characteristics. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the significant increases in drug-related crimes and bicycle theft, which may indicate that broader systemic factors are at play rather than transient spikes. These findings underscore the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective: while certain categories are rising, others are declining, and the overall rate remains relatively consistent with recent months. This suggests that local policing strategies and community initiatives may be having a stabilising effect, even as specific challenges emerge.