Telford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Telford recorded 1,252 crimes across a population of 163,463, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 1.3% above the UK average of 7.6, a narrow margin that underscores the proximity of Telford's crime profile to national trends. The most prevalent offences were violence and sexual offences (516 incidents, 41.2% of total), shoplifting (158 incidents, 12.6%), and anti-social behaviour (156 incidents, 12.5%). The dominance of violent crime, which is 24% above the UK average, may be attributed to the built-up nature of the area, where higher population density and mixed-use zoning create environments conducive to interpersonal conflicts. Seasonal factors also played a role, with November's dark evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night likely contributing to spikes in anti-social behaviour and violent incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting's sharp increase aligns with the Black Friday shopping period, which typically drives retail-related crime. The area's lower vehicle crime rate (55% below the UK average) could reflect reduced traffic volumes during the month, though this contrasts with the elevated rates of burglary and criminal damage, which may be linked to the same seasonal dynamics that heighten opportunities for property crime.

November 2024 saw a dramatic 600% increase in robbery cases, rising from one to seven incidents—a stark anomaly in the data. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as dark evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night, which can heighten opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 12.9%, aligning with the Black Friday shopping period, which typically drives retail-related offences. Conversely, theft from the person plummeted by 80%, likely due to increased awareness or measures such as improved lighting in high-traffic areas. Violent crimes, which account for 41.2% of all incidents, remain 24% above the UK average, a disparity that may be linked to Telford's mix of urban and semi-rural spaces, where social interactions in public areas could contribute to higher rates of violence and sexual offences. Vehicle crime, however, fell 55% below the UK average, due to lower traffic volumes during the post-Christmas holiday period.

Telford's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 7.7 per 1,000 residents, a 2.4% decline from the previous month's 7.9. This slight decrease suggests a stabilising trend, though the rate remains marginally above the UK average of 7.6. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 42 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area with a population of 163,463. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 131 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local community. This monthly exposure is lower than the average for larger urban centres, reflecting Telford's character as a mixed-use area with a blend of residential, commercial, and retail zones. The reduction in theft from the person by 80% and bicycle theft by 50% may partly explain the overall decline, though violent crime remains a significant concern compared to the UK average.