Stevenage Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Stevenage’s crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 40.7% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 residents—17.8% above the UK average—the area faces challenges in addressing persistent violent crime. This category, at 3.5 per 1,000, is 36% higher than the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may be influenced by local factors such as the town’s mix of residential and commercial areas, which can foster environments conducive to conflict. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 13.3% of incidents, while other theft accounts for 9.3%. These trends align with November’s seasonal context, where extended evenings and events like Bonfire Night may contribute to increased social interactions and, consequently, crime. The town’s retail sector, a significant economic driver, likely plays a role in shoplifting and other theft-related offences, though shoplifting rates in November were slightly below the UK average. The data also reveals a stark contrast in property crime trends: while burglary rates were 33% below the UK average, bicycle theft rose sharply by 67% compared to the national figure. This divergence highlights the combination of urban infrastructure, population density, and specific local vulnerabilities. As the month progresses into darker evenings and the holiday season, the combination of heightened social activity and economic pressures may continue to shape crime patterns in Stevenage.

November 2025 saw a 50% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 20 to 30 incidents, a shift that may reflect heightened activity around Black Friday shopping. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose sharply by 100%, from 3 to 6 cases, indicating a concerning trend in weapon-related offences. Violent crimes remained high compared to the UK average, with 3.5 per 1,000 residents—36% above the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. This category alone accounted for 40.7% of all reported crimes, underscoring its dominance in the local crime profile. Meanwhile, robbery incidents fell by 57.9%, dropping from 19 to 8, a decline that could be linked to increased police presence or seasonal changes in public activity. Bicycle theft also decreased by 50%, from 12 to 6 cases, suggesting that targeted measures or reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings may have contributed to this drop.

Stevenage's crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 12.7% compared to October, falling from 9.9 to 8.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline positions the area slightly below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000.8% higher than the national benchmark. Daily crime statistics reveal 26 incidents reported each day in November, a figure that reflects both seasonal fluctuations and ongoing local patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 116 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the community. This metric, when considered alongside the area's population of 91,774, highlights the need for continued vigilance and targeted interventions. While the decrease from October is notable, the overall rate remains elevated compared to the UK, suggesting that local factors—such as the town’s retail presence and social dynamics—continue to influence crime trends.