Telford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 163,463, Telford recorded 1,252 crimes in November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 1.3% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (41.2% of total crimes), followed by shoplifting (12.6%) and anti-social behaviour (12.5%). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—likely influenced these patterns. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.2 per 1,000, are 24% higher than the UK average, potentially linked to increased social interactions during festive events. Shoplifting, at 1.0 per 1,000, is 45% above the UK average, possibly reflecting heightened retail activity and opportunistic theft during Black Friday. Anti-social behaviour, however, is 10% below the UK average, suggesting community initiatives or policing efforts may have mitigated such incidents. The balance between property and violent crimes remains skewed, with violent crimes accounting for over 40% of the total, a figure significantly higher than the UK average. This contrast with areas where property crimes dominate may reflect Telford’s mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where public spaces and community hubs are more densely populated. The month’s darker evenings and seasonal events likely contributed to the elevated rates of violence and disorder, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct correlations.

November 2024 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery increasing by 600% (from 1 to 7 incidents), a dramatic jump that could indicate targeted activity or heightened vulnerability during seasonal events. Shoplifting rose by 12.9% (140 to 158), aligning with the surge in retail traffic during Black Friday, while drug-related offences climbed by 47.1% (34 to 50), potentially reflecting increased illicit activity in response to festive demand. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), and bicycle theft dropped by 50% (from 12 to 6), suggesting effective policing or seasonal deterrence. Anti-social behaviour, though still significant, remained 10% below the UK average at 1.0 per 1,000, indicating a possible success in community engagement or enforcement. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.2 per 1,000, are 24% above the UK average, highlighting a critical area for intervention. This spike may be tied to the social dynamics of Telford’s built-up areas, where concentrated populations and public events create conditions conducive to such crimes. Meanwhile, vehicle crime is 55% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.4 per 1,000), due to lower vehicle density or better parking security in the area. These shifts underscore the need for targeted strategies, such as increased patrols during peak shopping periods or enhanced lighting in high-risk zones.

Telford’s crime rate in November 2024 (7.7 per 1,000) represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.9 per 1,000, suggesting a temporary decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 42 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 131 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualizes the scale of incidents within the local population. This rate is slightly higher than the UK average, but the decrease from October indicates some level of stability or intervention. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Telford’s crime rate is marginally above the national average, the absolute number of crimes (1,252) is manageable in a city of over 163,000 people. The contrast with categories like vehicle crime (55% below UK average) and burglary (35% below) highlights areas where Telford performs better than the UK, potentially due to factors such as secure housing stock or effective policing in residential areas. These comparisons illustrate the nuanced nature of crime trends, where some categories rise while others fall, requiring a balanced approach to resource allocation and community engagement.