Crime Rate in Brockmoor and Pensnett: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brockmoor and Pensnett

The total recorded crimes in Brockmoor and Pensnett, Dudley, UK in May 2025 are around 133 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brockmoor and Pensnett crime rate of 5.80 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 Brockmoor and Pensnett, encompassing approximately 22,939 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (65) incidents (51.16% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (16) incidents (6.67% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (15) incidents (-21.05% decrease)
Brockmoor and Pensnett Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hollies Street with total crimes: 13
  • Fens Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Bankwell Street with total crimes: 5

How safe is Brockmoor and Pensnett?

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

  • Relative to Dudley:

    • In 2024, Brockmoor and Pensnett reported a higher crime volume than the Dudley average, with 1,255 crimes compared to 1,193. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Brockmoor and Pensnett witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the Dudley.

    • In 2023, Brockmoor and Pensnett experienced a greater number of crimes than the Dudley average, with 1,465 crimes compared to 1,298. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Brockmoor and Pensnett witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the Dudley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Dudley, Brockmoor and Pensnett has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Brockmoor and Pensnett Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Brockmoor and Pensnett has recorded 133 crimes with crime rate of 5.80 ranking 7th out of 23 in the Dudley, UK

In 2024, the total Brockmoor and Pensnett crimes were 1,255. The crime rate of Brockmoor and Pensnett in 2024 was 54.71 (year) or 4.56 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Dudley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brockmoor and Pensnett were around 1,465 crimes with yearly crime rate of 63.86 (year) or 5.32 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Dudley.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Brockmoor and Pensnett)CrimesRank (Brockmoor and Pensnett)CrimesRank (Brockmoor and Pensnett)
Brierley Hill242 12,765 13,129 1
Netherton, Woodside and St Andrews179 42,254 22,494 2
St James's199 22,025 51,786 6
St Thomas's198 32,229 32,448 3
Castle and Priory165 52,179 42,221 4
Lye and Stourbridge North153 61,840 61,955 5
Belle Vale110 81,177 81,309 8
Coseley East83 121,158 91,255 9
Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood105 91,062 101,137 11
Gornal59 20974 121,236 10
Upper Gornal and Woodsetton84 10844 15931 15
Sedgley79 131,029 111,027 12
Wollaston and Stourbridge Town84 11881 14988 14
Amblecote69 18794 171,024 13
Kingswinford North and Wall Heath68 19892 13901 17
Cradley and Wollescote74 14744 19666 21
Halesowen North74 15765 18866 18
Pedmore and Stourbridge East73 17796 16919 16
Halesowen South73 16680 21805 20
Wordsley48 22711 20833 19
Hayley Green and Cradley South54 21566 22566 24
Norton47 23519 23617 22
Kingswinford South44 24491 24568 23

Brockmoor and Pensnett Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (65 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (19 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (102 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (50 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 585 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 48.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 102 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202565
April 202543
March 202545
February 202545
January 202527
December 202435
November 202434
October 202445
September 202454
July 202440
June 2024102
May 202450

A total of 105 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202510
March 20259
February 20256
January 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20248
September 202415
July 20247
June 202422
May 20249

A total of 68 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20249
September 20247
July 20249
June 202410
May 20246

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 63 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20256
March 20255
February 20255
January 20253
November 20245
October 20248
September 20247
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 138 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 202519
March 20259
February 20256
January 202512
December 202412
November 20245
October 20245
September 20249
July 202411
June 202422
May 202413

A total of 79 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20254
March 20256
February 20256
January 20256
December 20246
November 20247
October 20242
September 20248
July 20246
June 202418
May 20244

A total of 160 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202515
March 202520
February 20255
January 202523
December 20248
November 202418
October 202416
September 202410
July 20244
June 202420
May 20245

A total of 48 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20245
September 20247
July 20245
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 31 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20244

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
June 20246
May 20241

High Crime Locations Brockmoor and Pensnett in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Brockmoor and Pensnett postcode area is presented below.

1. Hollies Street (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting11
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Fens Crescent (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Bankwell Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Dudley Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime1
5. Milton Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
6. Commonside (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting5
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
8. Bell Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Birbeck Place (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Byron Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.