Crime Rate in Telford and Wrekin: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Telford and Wrekin

The total recorded crimes in Telford and Wrekin, UK in March 2025 are around 1,623 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Telford and Wrekin crime rate of 8.75 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Telford and Wrekin, encompassing approximately 185,543 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (629) incidents (8.82% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (266) incidents (17.70% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (174) incidents (39.20% increase)
Telford and Wrekin Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Grange Close with total crimes: 62
  • Telford Bus Station with total crimes: 24
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 23

Telford and Wrekin Police Info:

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Telford and Wrekin Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Ketley & Overdale (188 crimes), and the safest, Admaston & Bratton (4 crimes), is 184 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Telford and Wrekin.

Similarly, the area of Hollinswood & Randlay (170 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to St George's (18 crimes), with a difference of 152 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Telford and Wrekin.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Ketley & Overdale188
The Nedge185
Madeley & Sutton Hill139
Haygate137
Malinslee & Dawley Bank109

Safest Wards:

St Georges18
Shawbirch15
Ercall13
Park13
Admaston & Bratton4

Most Dangerous Areas:

Hollinswood & Randlay170
Town Centre, Overdale & Dawley Bank170
Malinslee121
Ironbridge, Admaston & Higher Ercall120
Wellington East95

Safest Areas:

Priorslee35
Lawley, Horsehay & Lightmoor32
Newport North31
Edgmond & Church Aston20
St George's18

Telford and Wrekin Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (629 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (266 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 578 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 226 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (624 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (186 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 661 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 172 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (615 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (202 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (600 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (244 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (595 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (215 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (590 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (300 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 633 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 272 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1382 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (724 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 482 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 48.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 80 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202545
January 202560
December 202446
November 202444
October 202452
September 202453
August 202430
July 202436
June 202480

A total of 6907 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 690.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1382 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025629
February 2025578
January 2025624
December 2024661
November 2024615
October 2024600
September 2024595
August 2024590
July 2024633
June 20241382

A total of 591 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 59.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 118 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202557
February 202554
January 202560
December 202449
November 202449
October 202457
September 202458
August 202461
July 202428
June 2024118

A total of 96 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20259
December 202411
November 20246
October 202412
September 20248
August 202412
July 20246
June 202418

A total of 2807 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 280.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 724 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025266
February 2025226
January 2025186
December 2024172
November 2024202
October 2024244
September 2024215
August 2024300
July 2024272
June 2024724

A total of 206 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 20.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202511
January 202520
December 202424
November 202414
October 202419
September 202421
August 202423
July 202422
June 202432

A total of 1563 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 156.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 284 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025174
February 2025125
January 2025127
December 2024127
November 2024175
October 2024155
September 2024154
August 2024125
July 2024117
June 2024284

A total of 1004 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 100.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 188 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202585
February 202585
January 2025100
December 202473
November 202479
October 202499
September 2024105
August 2024112
July 202478
June 2024188

A total of 80 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 20253
December 202415
November 20242
October 20247
September 20245
August 20244
July 202410
June 202422

A total of 1240 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 124.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 288 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025117
February 202598
January 202583
December 2024107
November 202492
October 2024101
September 2024105
August 2024128
July 2024121
June 2024288

A total of 77 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20253
December 20246
November 20247
October 20241
September 202410
August 20247
July 20249
June 202424

A total of 395 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 39.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202540
February 202526
January 202538
December 202438
November 202449
October 202438
September 202439
August 202424
July 202435
June 202468

A total of 578 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 57.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 81 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202563
February 202557
January 202549
December 202442
November 202463
October 202439
September 202481
August 202440
July 202478
June 202466

A total of 1272 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 127.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 250 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025117
February 2025104
January 2025103
December 2024118
November 202499
October 2024105
September 2024125
August 2024131
July 2024120
June 2024250

High Crime Locations Telford and Wrekin in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Telford and Wrekin postcode area is presented below.

1. Grange Close (Map)
Total62
Shoplifting60
Public order2
2. Telford Bus Station (Map)
Total24
Shoplifting7
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order4
Vehicle crime1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total23
Violence and sexual offences10
Shoplifting9
Public order2
Possession of weapons1
Other theft1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences12
Drugs6
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences12
Criminal damage and arson3
Other crime1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting16

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