Telford Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Telford's crime rate in January 2025 reached 7.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 8.5% above the UK average of 7.1. This figure, while stable compared to December's 7.8, underscores the area's ongoing challenges in managing crime relative to the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.5% of all reported incidents. This category, at 3.3 per 1,000, is 31% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be tied to the built-up nature of Telford within the larger Telford and Wrekin borough. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 13.2% of all crimes, and shoplifting contributed 9.8% of the total, both of which are significantly above UK averages. Seasonal factors likely influenced these trends, as January typically sees reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may diminish opportunities for certain types of crime while increasing tensions in public spaces. The data also reveals a stark contrast in property crime rates: vehicle crime and burglary both fell below UK averages, reflecting lower traffic density or targeted local interventions. However, the surge in drug-related offences—up 50% from December—suggests a need for further analysis into the drivers behind this increase. These patterns, when contextualised within Telford's urban character, provide a nuanced picture of the area's crime dynamics during the post-holiday period.

January 2025 saw a 50% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 30 to 45 incidents. This surge, though not uncommon in post-holiday periods, contrasts with a 32.1% rise in burglary cases, which may reflect seasonal factors such as increased home occupancy during the winter months. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 77.8% (from 9 to 2), a decline that could be attributed to reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which typically limit opportunities for such crimes. The crime mix also shifted with violence and sexual offences accounting for 42.5% of all reported crimes—31% above the UK average. This imbalance may be linked to Telford's status as a built-up area within a larger town, where social interactions and public spaces can influence violent crime trends. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary both fell below UK averages, reflecting effective local policing strategies or lower traffic density in key areas.

Telford's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, a 1.7% decrease from December's 7.8 per 1,000. This suggests a continuation of the area's recent trend toward stability. above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 40 crimes per day in January, a figure that reflects both the population density and local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 131 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Telford in the context of its population size and local policing efforts. While the overall rate is stable, the mix of crime types shows notable shifts, particularly in violent and property-related offences, which will be explored in the highlights section. These figures provide a baseline for understanding how Telford's crime profile compares to both its own historical trends and the national average.