Westmorland and Furness Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw an unexpected spike in theft from the person, a crime type that rose by 250% compared to October, becoming one of the most notable developments in the area’s crime profile. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with the overall stability of Westmorland and Furness’s crime rate, which remained at 6.0 per 1,000 residents—17.8% below the UK average of 7.3. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for nearly half (49.6%) of all reported incidents, a figure 17% above the national average. This imbalance suggests that the area’s social fabric, possibly influenced by its mix of rural and urban characteristics, may be contributing to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors, such as the darkening evenings and the timing of Black Friday shopping, likely played a role in the unexpected rise in theft from the person, though other local dynamics, such as community engagement or policing efforts, could also be at work. Meanwhile, property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, showed mixed trends: burglary fell by 35.8%, while vehicle crime rose by 55%, reflecting changes in retail activity and transportation patterns. These variations highlight the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, underscoring the need for nuanced analysis when interpreting crime statistics.

The most striking movement was the 250% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may be linked to Black Friday shopping activity or the onset of darker evenings, which can create conditions for opportunistic crimes. Conversely, burglary fell by 35.8% (53 to 34), possibly reflecting seasonal changes in household security practices or reduced foot traffic in residential areas. Vehicle crime also rose by 55% (20 to 31), which could be attributed to increased retail activity and parking congestion during the holiday season. Violent crime remains the dominant category, accounting for 49.6% of all reported incidents—17% above the UK average. This suggests that local factors, such as community dynamics or policing strategies, may be influencing the balance between property and violent crime.

Westmorland and Furness maintained a stable crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency contrasts with national trends, where the UK average stands at 7.3 per 1,000. Locally, 46 crimes were reported daily, translating to one reported crime for every 167 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate places the area significantly below the UK average for anti-social behaviour and theft from the person, though it aligns with broader national patterns in violent crime. The population context highlights that, despite the total crime count remaining unchanged, the distribution across categories shows marked shifts. For instance, vehicle crime rose by 55% compared to October, while burglary fell by 35.8%. These variations suggest localized factors influencing specific crime types, though broader geographic and demographic trends likely underpin the overall stability in the area’s crime rate.