Telford and Wrekin Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Telford and Wrekin’s overall crime rate in February 2024 stood at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 1.4% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This rate, though modest compared to larger urban centres, reflects a mix of crime types that align with the district’s character as a largely rural and suburban area with pockets of urban density. Violence and sexual offences emerged as the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.8% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by factors such as community dynamics, policing priorities, or seasonal patterns. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average by 14%, still contributed 12.6% of reported crimes, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public order. Shoplifting also rose sharply, with 142 incidents recorded—30% above the UK average—potentially linked to the area’s retail presence and winter shopping activity. The seasonal context of February, a low point for outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to a shift in crime patterns, with indoor and targeted crimes becoming more prominent. While the overall rate remains stable, the increase in specific categories like theft from the person and possession of weapons highlights areas requiring further scrutiny.

February 2024 saw a marked increase in theft from the person, with reported incidents doubling from 2 to 4—a 100% rise. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may signal heightened vulnerability in public spaces during the winter months. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 63.2%, from 19 to 31, a jump that could reflect broader shifts in criminal activity or policing focus. Burglary also increased by 42.9%, from 42 to 60, linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity or colder weather driving more indoor-based crimes. In contrast, bicycle theft fell by 33.3%, aligning with the UK average and indicating effective local deterrents or seasonal inactivity. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast: violence and sexual offences dominate at 40.8% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average by 16%, while anti-social behaviour remains below the national rate by 14%. These disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

Telford and Wrekin’s crime rate rose by 2.3% in February 2024 compared to January, reaching 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This places the area slightly above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 49 crimes per day, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively short timeframe. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the impact of crime on the local population. When contextualised against the district’s population of 195,952, this rate suggests that while crime remains a concern, it is not high compared to other areas. However, the increase from the previous month indicates a shift that deserves closer attention to emerging trends, particularly in categories such as theft from the person and possession of weapons.