Telford and Wrekin Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Telford and Wrekin recorded a crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents in September 2025, placing it 2.7% below the UK average of 7.4. This marks a notable improvement in local safety, with the area’s overall crime profile showing a balanced mix of challenges and progress. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.8% and shoplifting at 9.4%. These figures suggest a combination of urban and rural dynamics, with the town’s mix of residential areas and commercial hubs likely contributing to persistent violent crime rates. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns, as the transition from summer to autumn—marked by the start of the academic year and reduced daylight—may have impacted both anti-social behaviour and retail crime. While the area’s violent crime rate is 16% above the UK average, this is partially offset by significantly lower rates in property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime, which are 29% and 75% below the national average respectively. The decline in drug-related crimes, which fell to 32 reports in September from 59 in August, suggests potential shifts in local drug markets or the impact of seasonal changes on illicit activity. These trends highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and tailored policing strategies to address both persistent and emerging issues.

September 2025 saw a 45.8% month-on-month decrease in drug-related crimes, with reports falling from 59 to 32. This decline, while significant, contrasts with a 36.4% increase in bicycle theft, which rose from 11 to 15 incidents. The rise in bicycle theft may reflect the start of the academic year, with students returning to campuses and local retailers. Similarly, robbery increased by 21.4% (14 to 17 cases), potentially linked to the heightened foot traffic in retail and leisure areas during the September period. Anti-social behaviour, though remaining 11% above the UK average, saw a slight decrease in absolute terms compared to previous months. Meanwhile, theft from the person fell by 25% (from 4 to 3 cases), a reduction that may be attributed to increased police presence in high-risk areas or the natural seasonal ebb of opportunistic crime. The data also reveals a stark contrast between Telford and Wrekin’s performance on specific categories: while violent crime remains 16% above the UK average, the area’s burglary rate is 29% below the national figure. This divergence underscores the importance of contextual analysis, as factors such as housing stock, community engagement, and local policing initiatives may shape these outcomes. Residents may find the 45.8% drop in drug-related crimes particularly reassuring, as it suggests progress in addressing one of the area’s more persistent challenges.

The crime rate in Telford and Wrekin fell by 11.4% from August 2025’s 8.1 per 1,000 to 7.2 per 1,000 in September, a shift that reflects broader trends in local policing and community engagement. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 47 crimes per day in September, a figure that, while concerning, is lower than the 54 daily crimes recorded in August. When scaled to the population of 195,952 residents, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 140 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that is slightly below the UK average for similar-sized areas. The population-scaled perspective highlights the importance of context: while the absolute number of crimes may seem high, the rate is lower than the national average when adjusted for demographic factors. This comparison also reveals regional disparities, with Telford and Wrekin’s performance on property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime standing out as significantly better than the UK average. These outcomes may be influenced by the area’s mix of urban and rural characteristics, with lower-density residential areas reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the persistent gap in violent crime rates—remaining 16% above the UK average—suggests that targeted interventions in high-risk zones may still be necessary to achieve more balanced outcomes across all crime categories.