Crime Rate in Belbroughton & Romsley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Belbroughton & Romsley

The total recorded crimes in Belbroughton & Romsley, Bromsgrove, UK in February 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Belbroughton & Romsley crime rate of 24.81 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 Belbroughton & Romsley, encompassing approximately 1,168 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Belbroughton & Romsley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4
  • Heath End Road with total crimes: 3
  • Chapel Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Belbroughton & Romsley?

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

  • Relative to Bromsgrove:

    • In 2024, Belbroughton & Romsley reported a higher crime volume than the Bromsgrove average, with 505 crimes compared to 252. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Belbroughton & Romsley witnessed more crimes than 28 out of 29 other cities.

    • In 2023, Belbroughton & Romsley experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bromsgrove average, with 495 crimes compared to 242. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Belbroughton & Romsley witnessed more crimes than 27 out of 29 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Belbroughton & Romsley Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Belbroughton & Romsley has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 24.81 ranking 4th out of 29 in the Bromsgrove, UK

In 2024, the total Belbroughton & Romsley crimes were 505. The crime rate of Belbroughton & Romsley in 2024 was 432.10 (year) or 36.01 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Belbroughton & Romsley were around 495 crimes with yearly crime rate of 423.55 (year) or 35.30 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bromsgrove)CrimesRank (Bromsgrove)CrimesRank (Bromsgrove)
Sidemoor32 2447 5533 1
Wythall West85 1668 1512 2
Sanders Park26 6504 3481 4
Bromsgrove Central29 3465 4472 5
Lickey Hills27 5240 15198 16
Alvechurch Village16 13390 6389 6
Rock Hill22 9310 10333 7
Avoncroft25 8380 7258 11
Rubery North25 7357 9314 9
Alvechurch South10 21376 8316 8
Charford17 12257 11292 10
Catshill North22 10222 16255 12
Tardebigge20 11240 14254 13
Aston Fields14 15251 12187 19
Catshill South12 17241 13245 14
Slideslow15 14142 22142 21
Wythall East14 16145 20201 15
Hagley East9 22189 17196 17
Norton8 25185 18188 18
Hagley West11 18130 24126 24
Drakes Cross11 19169 19183 20
Hollywood10 20144 21135 22
Cofton9 23136 23129 23
Perryfields8 24100 2585 26
Barnt Green & Hopwood6 2792 26103 25
Rubery South7 2681 2878 27
Marlbrook5 2987 2767 29
Hill Top5 2875 2970 28
Lowes Hill3 3031 3024 30

Belbroughton & Romsley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 63 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20249
July 20248
June 202410
May 20246
April 20248
March 20243

A total of 61 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20244
October 20246
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20246
April 202410
March 20243

A total of 114 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20255
December 202411
November 20247
October 20249
September 20245
August 202413
July 20247
June 202420
May 202411
April 202412
March 20247

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242
March 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
August 20241
July 20244
June 202410
May 20243
April 20244
March 20241

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 202412

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20244
August 20244
July 20246
June 20242
May 20245
April 20246
March 20245

A total of 59 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20248
September 20246
August 20246
July 20246
June 202412
May 202410
March 20242

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
March 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20243
May 20241
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Belbroughton & Romsley in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Belbroughton & Romsley postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. Heath End Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
3. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Church Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
5. New Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Brook Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Dodford Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Doctors Hill (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Rose Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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