Wychavon Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Wychavon’s crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents marked a 23.3% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.3, reflecting a consistently lower level of criminal activity in the area. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 14.6%. This near-parity between violent and property crimes (296 violent vs 286 property) contrasts with typical trends in many UK areas, where property crime often dominates. The seasonal context of November — with its dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping — likely influenced the mix of offences. For example, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (up 44.8%) may be partly explained by the timing of Bonfire Night, while the lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (21% below UK levels) could reflect reduced foot traffic during the post-Christmas shopping period. The area’s rural character, combined with its relatively low population density, may contribute to the subdued crime profile, though the proximity to urban centres like Worcester could introduce some variability. Violent crime rates remained significantly below the UK average, a trend consistent with Wychavon’s historical data, suggesting that local factors — such as community cohesion and policing strategies — may be effective in mitigating more serious offences. However, the increase in possession of weapons (up 60%) raises questions about the potential for escalation in certain incidents, particularly in areas with limited policing resources during peak seasonal events.

The balance between property and violent crimes in November 2025 was nearly equal, with 296 violent crimes and 286 property crimes reported. This suggests a shift from typical patterns observed in other months, where property crime often dominates. Violent crime rates in Wychavon were 18% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 25% deficit seen in anti-social behaviour. However, some categories showed marked fluctuations: possession of weapons surged by 60% (from 5 to 8 incidents), and criminal damage and arson rose by 44.8% (from 58 to 84). These increases may be linked to November’s darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night, which could encourage pyrotechnic-related incidents. Conversely, robbery and other crime both fell sharply — robbery dropped by 42.9% (from 7 to 4) and other crime by 50% (from 16 to 8), reflecting seasonal changes in activity or increased policing efforts around high-profile events.

Wychavon’s crime rate in November 2025 rose slightly to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 5.7% increase from the previous month’s 5.3. This translates to roughly 26 crimes reported daily, a figure that, while consistent with historical patterns, reflects the area’s generally lower crime profile compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 180 residents — a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Wychavon. When scaled to the population of 138,017, this suggests that residents face a significantly lower risk of victimisation than the UK average. The shift from October to November highlights the seasonal volatility in crime, particularly as November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night may influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the overall trend remains one of controlled stability, with no sharp spikes in any single category.