Castleford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Castleford’s crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 58.9% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 7.3 per 1,000. This elevated rate translates to a tangible risk for residents, with one in every 86 people in the area experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, and vehicle crime, which together accounted for over 60% of all incidents. The seasonal context of November—marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and the Black Friday shopping period—likely contributed to the pattern of crimes observed. For instance, the high rate of violence and sexual offences may be consistent with increased social interactions in public spaces during the month, while the surge in vehicle crime could reflect heightened opportunities for theft in car parks or along transport routes. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 13.6% of all crimes, may be linked to the pressures of seasonal transitions, such as the end of term for local schools or the onset of colder weather. These factors combined to create a crime profile that is more intense than the UK average, requiring a focused approach to address the underlying causes.

November 2025 saw a sharp 300% increase in bicycle theft, with the number of incidents rising from 1 to 4. This spike may partly explain the broader trend of rising vehicle crime, which increased by 33.3% compared to the previous month. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences declined significantly, with public order incidents dropping by 51.6% to 30. These decreases may reflect the impact of seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and reduced social gatherings during November. Violence and sexual offences remain high, with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents—71% above the UK average. For residents, the most immediate concern is the surge in bicycle theft, which could indicate vulnerabilities in local storage or increased opportunities for theft around events like Bonfire Night. Vehicle crime, now at 1.0 per 1,000, is also 150% above the UK average, pointing to a need for enhanced vehicle security measures.

Castleford’s crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 15.7% compared to the previous month, falling from 13.8 to 11.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a temporary easing in crime trends, though the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 18 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in local neighbourhoods. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure to crime means that over the course of November, one resident in every 86 in Castleford reported a crime. This ratio highlights the tangible risk faced by individuals living in the area, even as the overall rate shows a slight downward shift. The comparison to the UK average, however, remains stark: Castleford’s crime rate is 58.9% above the national figure, indicating a need for targeted interventions to address local challenges.