The figures were confirmed in a police report distributed to the town’s community council at a meeting held at the beginning of December.
The total of 294 reports means that an average of 10 incidents per day were raised to officers during the month.
This number is a significant drop – almost a quarter – compared to the same time last year when 341 reports were received.
Despite the decrease, some areas of concern were raised within the report supplied to Stevenston Community Council.
It stated that there has been an increase in shoplifting reported from local stores, including incidences of “high value items” being stolen.
It was also noted that a number of calls were received by police in relation to fireworks and “anti-social youths”.
Exact figures were also provided for some matters, such as nine instances of assault or violent crime. At present, two of these incidents remain under investigation.
Drug use and dealing was brought to the attention of officers on four occasions, although no charges have been brought at this stage while officers the results of lab reports are outstanding.
The most common offence reported was anti-social behaviour, with the matter raised 14 times. Police say 11 of these incidents have now been “detected”.
Other matters raised included vandalism – reported 10 times – and four alleged Communications Act offences.
Five theft and housebreaking reports were made: twice from a property, once at a commercial premises and twice with regards to motor vehicles.
The report does not describe any of these matters as being detected at this stage.
The briefing from officers – who were not present at the meeting – concluded with a round-up of some of the work being carried out locally.
It said: “Bonfire Night took place with minimum disorder in comparison to recent years and police presence was high in open spaces to reduce criminality and public disorder.
“Officers have engaged with the travelling community, noting nominal details due to recent reports of intimidation towards members of the public.
“Retail officers have been carrying out extra attention patrols to Hawkhill Retail Park due to previous reports of youth disorder and as preventative measures to deter shoplifting.
“Retail crime officers continue to work with partners and national police forces to identify travelling criminals conducting bulk thefts.”