Crime Rate in Drakes Cross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Drakes Cross

The total recorded crimes in Drakes Cross, Bromsgrove, UK in July 2025 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Drakes Cross crime rate of 0.85 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 Drakes Cross, encompassing approximately 8,187 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Drakes Cross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shawfield with total crimes: 3
  • Simms Lane with total crimes: 1
  • Shawhurst Lane with total crimes: 1

How safe is Drakes Cross?

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

  • Relative to Bromsgrove:

    • In 2024, Drakes Cross demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bromsgrove average, with 169 crimes compared to 252.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Drakes Cross recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 29 other areas in the Bromsgrove.

    • In 2023, Drakes Cross had fewer crimes than the Bromsgrove average, with 183 crimes compared to 242. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Drakes Cross recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 29 other areas in the Bromsgrove.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Drakes Cross Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Drakes Cross has recorded 7 crimes with crime rate of 0.85 ranking 26th out of 29 in the Bromsgrove, UK

In 2024, the total Drakes Cross crimes were 169. The crime rate of Drakes Cross in 2024 was 20.64 (year) or 1.72 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Drakes Cross were around 183 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.35 (year) or 1.86 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Bromsgrove.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Drakes Cross)CrimesRank (Drakes Cross)CrimesRank (Drakes Cross)
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
Catshill South23 12241 13245 14
Tardebigge20 13240 14254 13
Wythall East10 19145 20201 15
Norton17 16185 18188 18
Hagley East9 22189 17196 17
Slideslow12 17142 22142 21
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

Drakes Cross 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 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 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 (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 66 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20256
April 20254
March 20257
February 20256
January 20257
December 20246
November 20242
October 20245
September 20246
August 20246

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20251
March 20252
December 20242
August 20241

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20243

High Crime Locations Drakes Cross in July 2025

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

1. Shawfield (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Simms Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Shawhurst Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Arden Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Willows (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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