Walsall Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 295,678 residents, Walsall's 2,582 reported crimes in November 2025 translate to 8.7 crimes per 1,000 people — a figure that exceeds the UK average by 19.2%. This rate positions Walsall as a local authority with above-average crime challenges, particularly in violent and property-related incidents. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.8% of all reported incidents, a category that is 28% above the UK average. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by local factors such as the town's demographic profile or social dynamics. Shoplifting and vehicle crime also stood out, with rates 59% and 150% above the UK average, respectively. These figures could be linked to November's retail activity, including Black Friday sales, which may have incentivized theft, and the area's infrastructure, which may facilitate vehicle-related crimes. Seasonal factors appear to play a role: Bonfire Night events in late November might have contributed to increases in criminal damage and arson, while the dark evenings of November could have affected visibility and deterrence for theft from the person. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 36.3% compared to the previous month, reflecting changes in community activity or the impact of local initiatives. The overall crime rate, while stable month-on-month, highlights the need for targeted strategies to address specific categories like violent crime and vehicle theft, which significantly exceed national benchmarks. Walsall's profile as a mid-sized urban area with a mix of commercial and residential zones likely contributes to these patterns, though further analysis would be required to confirm direct correlations.

Violent crimes accounted for 37.8% of all incidents in November, significantly outpacing the UK average by 28%. This concentration of violent offences may reflect local dynamics such as community tensions or concentrated policing efforts. Shoplifting and vehicle crime also exceeded UK rates by 59% and 150%, respectively, potentially linked to Black Friday retail activity and the area's road infrastructure. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 36.3% compared to the previous month, a drop that could align with seasonal changes or targeted interventions. Theft from the person rose by 26.7% (15 to 19 incidents), a small but concerning increase that may be tied to November's short, dark evenings. In contrast, bicycle theft dropped by 27.3% (from 11 to 8), reflecting reduced cycling activity during colder months.

Walsall's crime rate in November 2025 remained stable at 8.7 per 1,000 residents, a 0.7% decrease from the previous month's 8.8. This slight decline suggests continuity in local crime trends despite seasonal fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 86 crimes per day, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 115 residents. This figure underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of nearly 300,000 people. While the overall rate is 19.2% above the UK average, the monthly exposure provides a tangible perspective for residents: over the course of a month, the likelihood of encountering a crime is relatively consistent, even as specific crime types shift. The population context reveals that 2,582 crimes for a town of this size may reflect localized factors such as urban density, economic conditions, or seasonal activity patterns.