Telford and Wrekin Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Telford and Wrekin’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.5% above the UK average of 6.7. This slight elevation, though modest, reflects persistent challenges in certain crime categories. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, contributing 41% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, with 15% of total crimes and 13% above the UK benchmark. Shoplifting, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 3% below the UK rate, a trend likely tied to Telford’s retail environment and seasonal factors. The winter month of February typically sees reduced outdoor activity, which may contribute to the pre-spring lull observed in vehicle crime and burglary. However, the sharp rise in theft from the person—a 200% increase—suggests a need for focused attention on personal safety measures. These patterns align with Telford’s character as a mixed urban-rural district, where high streets and community hubs intersect with quieter residential areas. The seasonal context of February, marked by colder temperatures and limited daylight, may also influence crime dynamics, with indoor spaces becoming focal points for violent and anti-social incidents. While the overall rate remains stable, the disparity between local and UK averages underscores the importance of localized strategies to address specific vulnerabilities.

February saw a dramatic 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from 3 to 9 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 44.4% decline in bicycle theft, likely linked to reduced outdoor activity during winter. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 41% of all incidents and 23% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 15.8%, reaching 205 cases—13% higher than the UK average. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 46% below the UK rate, a trend consistent with Telford’s lower urban density. The drug-related crime category saw a 16.3% increase, highlighting potential shifts in local patterns. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where theft and anti-social behaviour are concentrated.

Telford and Wrekin’s crime rate in February 2025 remained stable at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s rate. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. Daily crime counts averaged 49 incidents per day, a figure that contextualizes the frequency of reported crimes in a local timeframe. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 143 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area’s population density and crime distribution. While this rate is slightly above the UK average, the stability in month-on-month figures indicates that broader systemic factors—rather than sudden spikes—may be influencing crime trends. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the 4.5% elevation above the UK average, the absolute number of incidents remains manageable within the district’s demographic context.