Aldridge Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Aldridge's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a striking balance between property and violent crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents. This dominance of violent crimes contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up a slightly higher share. The overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places Aldridge 21.9% below the UK average, a figure that reflects a combination of effective local policing and community characteristics. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as November's darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night could have contributed to fluctuations in public order and property crimes. Shoplifting—accounting for 14.6% of all crimes—was 27% above the UK average, a trend consistent with the month's proximity to Black Friday. Vehicle crime (11.2%) and burglary (7.9%) also exceeded UK averages by 50% and 67%, respectively, suggesting vulnerabilities in areas with high vehicle turnover or unsecured properties. In contrast, criminal damage and arson were 25% below the UK average, while public order offences stood 57% below, indicating a lower prevalence of disruptive behaviour compared to national trends. These patterns may reflect Aldridge's built-up nature within Walsall, where community engagement and local initiatives could mitigate certain crime types. The interplay between seasonal events and local demographics appears to shape the area's crime mix, offering insights into how external factors influence even lower-than-average crime rates.

November 2025 saw a sharp 116.7% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from six to thirteen incidents. This surge aligns with the timing of Black Friday shopping, a period when retail thefts typically spike. While shoplifting rates in Aldridge are 27% above the UK average, other categories like vehicle crime (50% above UK average) and burglary (67% above UK average) also show notable disparities. Conversely, violent crimes such as violence and sexual offences (39 cases) were 3% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of such crimes compared to national trends. The month-on-month changes reveal a complex picture: while shoplifting and possession of weapons both increased sharply, robbery, other crime, and drug-related incidents each dropped by 50%. This fluctuation may reflect seasonal shifts, with darker evenings and Bonfire Night events potentially influencing property crime trends. For residents, the 27% above-average shoplifting rate offers a concrete data point to consider when planning holiday shopping or securing retail premises.

Aldridge's crime rate in November 2025 rose by 7.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.3 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, suggests a slight uptick in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately three crimes reported each day in November, a figure that translates to a local context of one crime occurring for roughly every 177 residents over the course of the month. When compared to the UK average, Aldridge's overall crime rate remains 21.9% lower, highlighting a consistently safer profile relative to the national picture. However, the 7.2% increase from October raises questions about short-term factors, such as seasonal events like Bonfire Night, which may have influenced crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective—1-in-177 residents affected monthly—provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. This contrast underscores Aldridge's unique position as a built-up area within Walsall, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to its lower-than-average crime rates.