Bewdley Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bewdley's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This comparatively low rate reflects a unique crime profile shaped by the built-up area's characteristics within Wyre Forest. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (54.1%), with 33 incidents recorded. This category's rate of 2.9 per 1,000 was 13% above the UK average, indicating a localised concentration of such offences. Anti-social behaviour followed at 13.1% of total crimes, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—34% below the UK average—suggesting effective community management of disruptive conduct. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and proximity to Bonfire Night, may have influenced patterns of violence and public order incidents, though the absence of major spikes in property crimes like burglary (0.3 per 1,000) or vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) indicates a stable environment for residents. The area's position as a rural commuter hub likely contributes to its lower crime rates, with fewer commercial hubs than larger urban centres to drive retail-related offences. The month's Black Friday shopping period may have temporarily elevated theft-related crimes, particularly in other theft and shoplifting categories, though these remain well below UK averages. This data illustrates a community with generally low crime levels, though the above-average rate of violent offences warrants continued attention from local authorities.

Violence and sexual offences dominated Bewdley's crime profile in November 2025, contributing 54.1% of all reported crimes. This category, at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, was 13% above the UK average, marking a notable divergence from the national trend. Other theft saw a 150% increase month-on-month, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, while shoplifting and possession of weapons both doubled compared to October. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 34% below the UK average at 0.7 per 1,000. The shift in crime mix suggests a possible seasonal influence, with Black Friday shopping potentially contributing to increased theft-related incidents. Residents may find the 34% UK average deficit in anti-social behaviour particularly relevant, as it indicates a lower incidence of disruptive behaviour in local public spaces compared to other parts of the country.

Bewdley's crime rate in November 2025 rose 17.5% compared to October's 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend in reported incidents. This increase aligns with the month's seasonal dynamics, including the transition to darker evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night, which may have influenced local activity patterns. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported per day in Bewdley during November, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 186 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. With a population of 11,348, this statistic positions Bewdley as a place where most residents are unlikely to directly encounter crime, though the rise from the previous month suggests vigilance in maintaining current safety measures remains important.