Telford and Wrekin Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Telford and Wrekin, 7.4 crimes were reported in November 2025, placing the area 1.4% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This rate, while slightly elevated, reflects a mix of violent and property-related incidents that align with the area's seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.8% of all crimes, a figure significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (32% above). This category's dominance is likely tied to the area's mix of urban centres and social hubs, where late-night activity and alcohol consumption contribute to higher rates of assault and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 14.1% of total crimes, with shoplifting and criminal damage rounding out the top three. The month's timing—coinciding with Bonfire Night and Black Friday—may have influenced patterns, as dark evenings and increased foot traffic in retail zones could create conditions conducive to certain types of crime. However, the data also shows notable disparities: while violent crime remains a pressing concern, property-related offences like shoplifting and vehicle crime are lower than the UK average by 21% and 50% respectively, due to effective local policing strategies or the area's lower population density.

November 2025 saw a sharp 84.6% increase in robbery cases, rising from 13 to 24 incidents. This surge may be linked to the Black Friday shopping period, though no definitive causal link can be drawn. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 30.8%, likely influenced by heightened police presence in retail areas during the holiday season. The rate of violence and sexual offences climbed by 6.2% compared to October, with the category now 32% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights the area's unique challenges in managing violent crime, particularly in town centres where alcohol-related incidents are common. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 15.2%, possibly reflecting increased car thefts during the dark evenings of November. These fluctuations underscore the combination of seasonal events and local crime patterns.

Telford and Wrekin's crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 7.2% compared to the previous month, falling from 8.0 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a temporary easing in criminal activity, though the overall rate remains slightly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 49 reported crimes, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents in local communities. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 134 residents, a statistic that translates to a 0.7% chance of encountering a crime if one were to randomly select a resident. This monthly exposure rate is a useful benchmark for understanding risk in the context of population density and local policing efforts. While the reduction from October is notable, the persistence of higher-than-average violent crime rates means that residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with concentrated social activity.