Crime Rate in Catshill South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Catshill South

The total recorded crimes in Catshill South, Bromsgrove, UK in July 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Catshill South crime rate of 6.27 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 Catshill South, encompassing approximately 3,667 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Catshill South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Poets Court with total crimes: 7
  • Poplar Close with total crimes: 2
  • Acorn Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Catshill South?

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

  • Relative to Bromsgrove:

    • In 2024, Catshill South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bromsgrove average, with 241 crimes compared to 252.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Catshill South witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 29 other areas in the Bromsgrove.

    • In 2023, Catshill South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bromsgrove average, with 245 crimes compared to 242. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Catshill South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 29 other areas in the Bromsgrove.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bromsgrove, Catshill South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Catshill South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Catshill South has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 6.27 ranking 12th out of 29 in the Bromsgrove, UK

In 2024, the total Catshill South crimes were 241. The crime rate of Catshill South in 2024 was 65.71 (year) or 5.48 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Catshill South were around 245 crimes with yearly crime rate of 66.80 (year) or 5.57 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Catshill South)CrimesRank (Catshill South)CrimesRank (Catshill South)
Sidemoor48 3447 5533 1
Wythall West88 1668 1512 2
Belbroughton & Romsley48 4505 2495 3
Sanders Park51 2504 3481 4
Bromsgrove Central35 6465 4472 5
Rubery North42 5357 9314 9
Alvechurch Village30 7390 6389 6
Rock Hill23 11310 10333 7
Avoncroft19 14380 7258 11
Alvechurch South12 18376 8316 8
Lickey Hills27 8240 15198 16
Charford27 9257 11292 10
Catshill North24 10222 16255 12
Aston Fields18 15251 12187 19
Tardebigge20 13240 14254 13
Wythall East10 19145 20201 15
Norton17 16185 18188 18
Hagley East9 22189 17196 17
Slideslow12 17142 22142 21
Drakes Cross7 26169 19183 20
Barnt Green & Hopwood10 2092 26103 25
Hollywood8 24144 21135 22
Perryfields9 21100 2585 26
Cofton5 29136 23129 23
Rubery South8 2381 2878 27
Hagley West7 25130 24126 24
Marlbrook6 2887 2767 29
Hill Top7 2775 2970 28
Lowes Hill3 3031 3024 30

Catshill South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 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 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20255
April 20255
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 91 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20258
May 20259
April 20256
March 202510
February 20252
January 20257
December 20247
November 202410
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
September 20242

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20252
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
December 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Catshill South in July 2025

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

1. Poets Court (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Poplar Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Acorn Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Byron Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Golden Cross Lane (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Church Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Woodbank Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Oak Apple Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Barley Mow Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Blake Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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