Telford and Wrekin Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Telford and Wrekin recorded 1,400 crimes in December 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents—1.4% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly elevated nationally, reflects the area’s distinct demographic and geographic profile. With a population of 195,952, the volume of crimes—over 7 per 1,000 residents—places the area in the moderate range of UK local authority districts. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.1%) and shoplifting (10.4%). These patterns are consistent with the area’s mix of urban and rural settings, where high streets and retail hubs may drive shoplifting, while community dynamics contribute to anti-social behaviour. Seasonal factors in December—dark evenings, holiday gatherings, and the Christmas shopping peak—likely influenced the crime profile, with opportunities for retail theft and public order offences increasing. However, the rate of violent crime, though higher than the UK average, remains lower than in major cities, suggesting that Telford and Wrekin’s relatively low population density and suburban character may temper some forms of crime. The data also highlights a 40% gap between local shoplifting rates and the UK average, indicating a need for focused retail security measures. These findings, combined with the area’s seasonal rhythm, provide a nuanced picture of crime trends that aligns with both local conditions and broader national patterns.

December 2025 saw a 44.6% increase in shoplifting, rising from 101 to 146 incidents—a surge likely tied to the Christmas shopping peak and extended retail hours. Concurrently, drug-related crimes climbed by 29.5%, from 44 to 57, potentially reflecting increased social interactions during the festive season. In contrast, bicycle theft plummeted by 60.0%, from 10 to 4 incidents, possibly due to reduced outdoor activity and holiday-related absences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, at 3.1 per 1,000 residents—21% above the UK average. This disparity highlights the area’s unique challenges, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also exceeding national rates by 18% and 40%, respectively. These figures suggest that while some crime types align with seasonal trends, others indicate persistent local pressures that may require targeted interventions.

Telford and Wrekin’s December 2025 crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 4.0% decrease from the previous month’s 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but notable shift in local crime dynamics. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns, where colder weather and holiday-related closures may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 45 crimes per day in December—a figure that, while steady, remains lower than the 48 crimes per day recorded in November. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 140 residents offers context for residents: over the course of the month, the likelihood of encountering crime is roughly 0.7%. This rate, though marginally above the UK average, underscores the area’s relative safety compared to larger urban centres. The population context further illustrates that even with 1,400 total crimes, the distribution across 195,952 residents means most individuals are not directly affected.