Shipston-on-Stour Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Shipston-on-Stour for November 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local patterns and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominated at 51.9% of all incidents, a figure that, while 7% below the UK average, still reflects the area’s vulnerability to interpersonal conflicts. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the relatively low rates of property crimes, which accounted for only 25.9% of the total, suggesting a community where personal safety concerns may take precedence over theft or burglary. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (+100%) to 6 incidents highlights a specific risk, likely tied to seasonal events such as Bonfire Night, which often see spikes in fire-related incidents. This category’s rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents is 89% above the UK average, pointing to a unique challenge for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 150% to 5 incidents, potentially linked to the social pressures of the holiday season or the aftermath of major events like Black Friday. This surge, though not uncommon in smaller communities, may indicate a need for targeted interventions. Meanwhile, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, from 5 to 1, a drop that could be attributed to reduced traffic during the month or improved parking security measures. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents — 37% below the UK average — underscores its relative safety, but the composition of crimes suggests that localized factors, such as seasonal events and community dynamics, play a significant role in shaping the crime picture. These patterns are consistent with Shipston-on-Stour’s character as a rural-adjacent built-up area, where community interactions and seasonal rhythms have a pronounced effect on crime trends.

November 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+150%) and criminal damage and arson (+100%), aligning with seasonal factors like Bonfire Night and Black Friday. Violent crimes rose by 55.6% to 14 incidents, the highest category at 51.9% of total crimes. Vehicle crime fell sharply by 80%, from 5 to 1, potentially reflecting reduced traffic or increased parking security. The crime mix also revealed stark contrasts with the UK average: while violence and sexual offences were 7% below the national rate, criminal damage and arson were 89% above, and possession of weapons was 186% above the UK average — a concerning anomaly that may indicate targeted activity or reporting disparities. Residents may find the 3.8% monthly increase in overall crime rate noteworthy, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average overall. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, in particular, highlights the need for community engagement initiatives to address potential underlying causes such as social isolation or economic pressures.

The crime rate in Shipston-on-Stour rose slightly to 4.6 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, a 3.8% increase from the previous month’s 4.4 rate. This places the area firmly below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, with the gap remaining significant at 37%. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day — a figure that aligns with its rural-adjacent character and relatively low population density. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 218 residents, a statistic that, while not zero, highlights the area’s overall safety compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 5,884, this translates to a low level of individual risk. However, the rise in specific categories like criminal damage and anti-social behaviour underscores the need for localized awareness. The monthly exposure figure also reveals that the rate of crime, while modest, is distributed across a smaller community, which may amplify the perceived impact of individual incidents. This contrast with the UK average, where crime rates are consistently higher, reinforces Shipston-on-Stour’s position as a safer, more tightly knit area. The slight increase in the overall rate, however, suggests that seasonal factors and local events may temporarily influence crime dynamics, requiring continued monitoring.