Crime Rate in Alvechurch South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Alvechurch South

The total recorded crimes in Alvechurch South, Bromsgrove, UK in May 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Alvechurch South crime rate of 176.99 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 Alvechurch South, encompassing approximately 180 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Shoplifting: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Alvechurch South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 14
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 4
  • The Glebe with total crimes: 2

How safe is Alvechurch South?

To understand the safety of Alvechurch South, we need to analyze Alvechurch South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bromsgrove:

    • In 2024, Alvechurch South reported a higher crime volume than the Bromsgrove average, with 376 crimes compared to 252. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Alvechurch South witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 29 other areas in the Bromsgrove.

    • In 2023, Alvechurch South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bromsgrove average, with 316 crimes compared to 242. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Alvechurch South witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 29 other areas in the Bromsgrove.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bromsgrove, Alvechurch South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Alvechurch South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Alvechurch South has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 176.99 ranking 6th out of 29 in the Bromsgrove, UK

In 2024, the total Alvechurch South crimes were 376. The crime rate of Alvechurch South in 2024 was 2079.65 (year) or 173.30 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Alvechurch South were around 316 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1747.79 (year) or 145.65 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Alvechurch South)CrimesRank (Alvechurch South)CrimesRank (Alvechurch South)
Sidemoor37 3447 5533 1
Wythall West67 1668 1512 2
Belbroughton & Romsley48 2505 2495 3
Sanders Park33 5504 3481 4
Bromsgrove Central35 4465 4472 5
Alvechurch Village23 12390 6389 6
Rock Hill27 10310 10333 7
Avoncroft27 9380 7258 11
Rubery North31 7357 9314 9
Charford31 8257 11292 10
Norton26 11185 18188 18
Catshill North19 15222 16255 12
Aston Fields9 23251 12187 19
Tardebigge16 16240 14254 13
Catshill South22 13241 13245 14
Lickey Hills19 14240 15198 16
Wythall East15 18145 20201 15
Hagley East15 17189 17196 17
Drakes Cross11 20169 19183 20
Marlbrook15 1987 2767 29
Slideslow10 22142 22142 21
Hollywood6 27144 21135 22
Cofton11 21136 23129 23
Hagley West2 30130 24126 24
Rubery South9 2481 2878 27
Barnt Green & Hopwood6 2692 26103 25
Perryfields7 25100 2585 26
Hill Top6 2875 2970 28
Lowes Hill6 2931 3024 30

Alvechurch South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (8 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (10 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
January 20254
December 20246
June 20244

A total of 60 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20252
February 20252
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242
July 20244
June 202424
May 202410

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20252
January 20256
December 20242
August 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 116 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202510
March 20258
February 20252
December 20242
October 20242
September 202410
August 202410
July 202414
June 202440
May 20246

A total of 56 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20258
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 202410
November 20242
October 20246
July 20246
June 20248
May 20248

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
September 20242
July 20242

A total of 36 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20254
December 20242
November 20246
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20248

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.14 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20256
December 20244
November 20248
October 20248
September 20242

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
August 20244
July 20246
June 202420
May 20248

High Crime Locations Alvechurch South in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Alvechurch South postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting12
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
3. The Glebe (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
4. Brockhill Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Seafield Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order2
6. Alcester Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Lilley Green Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Birmingham Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order2

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