Telford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 163,463, Telford recorded 1,298 crimes in November 2025, translating to 7.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate places the area 8.2% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent trend of higher-than-average violence and anti-social behaviour. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45% of all reported incidents—3.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 40% above the UK average for the same category, suggesting local factors may amplify risks in public spaces or areas with concentrated social activity. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 13.9% of total crimes, while shoplifting accounted for 7.6% of reported incidents, slightly below the UK average. Seasonal factors in November, including extended darkness and the Black Friday shopping period, likely influence these patterns. The reduction in shoplifting (30.5% month-on-month) may reflect heightened police presence or seasonal retail security measures, though the 109% surge in robbery remains unexplained by available data. Telford’s crime profile underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones, particularly those with nightlife or commercial activity.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 109.1% increase in robbery, rising from 11 to 23 incidents—a stark shift compared to October. This surge, despite a 30.5% decrease in shoplifting (from 141 to 98 cases), suggests divergent trends in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with rates 40% above the UK average (3.6 vs 2.6 per 1,000), while drug-related crimes were 26% below the national average. Anti-social behaviour, though 4% above UK norms, accounted for 13.9% of all crimes, indicating persistent challenges in community cohesion. The sharp 60% drop in theft from the person (from 5 to 2 cases) may reflect improved personal security practices or effective policing during the month. Vehicle crime was 50% below the UK average, a contrast to the 13% above UK rates for criminal damage and arson. These variations highlight the need for tailored strategies addressing both rising and declining crime types, particularly as seasonal factors like Bonfire Night and shorter daylight hours persist into early December.

Telford’s November crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents marked an 8.4% decrease from October’s 8.7, reflecting a 1298-crime total over 30 days—roughly 43 crimes per day. This daily figure, while seemingly high, places Telford’s rate in context: over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 126 residents. When scaled to the population, this equates to a monthly exposure rate of 1-in-126, a figure that, while not alarming, underscores the need for vigilance in high-traffic areas. The previous month’s rate was higher, suggesting a potential stabilisation in crime trends. However, the 40% gap in violence rates compared to the UK average remains significant, particularly for a mid-sized urban area. While property crimes like vehicle theft are 50% below the UK norm, the persistence of violent crime above national levels indicates structural challenges in public safety. These comparisons highlight both progress in certain areas and the need for targeted interventions where Telford’s crime profile diverges from the national average.