Crime Rate in Hayley Green and Cradley South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hayley Green and Cradley South

The total recorded crimes in Hayley Green and Cradley South, Dudley, UK in March 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hayley Green and Cradley South crime rate of 2.22 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 Hayley Green and Cradley South, encompassing approximately 19,791 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-51.72% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
Hayley Green and Cradley South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Yew Tree Road with total crimes: 4
  • Briery Road with total crimes: 3
  • Dunstall Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Hayley Green and Cradley South?

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

  • Relative to Dudley:

    • In 2024, Hayley Green and Cradley South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Dudley average, with 566 crimes compared to 1193.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hayley Green and Cradley South recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hayley Green and Cradley South had fewer crimes than the Dudley average, with 566 crimes compared to 1,298. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hayley Green and Cradley South recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Dudley, Hayley Green and Cradley South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hayley Green and Cradley South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hayley Green and Cradley South has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 2.22 ranking 23th out of 23 in the Dudley, UK

In 2024, the total Hayley Green and Cradley South crimes were 566. The crime rate of Hayley Green and Cradley South in 2024 was 28.60 (year) or 2.38 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Dudley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hayley Green and Cradley South were around 566 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.60 (year) or 2.38 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the Dudley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dudley)CrimesRank (Dudley)CrimesRank (Dudley)
Brierley Hill224 22,765 13,129 1
Netherton, Woodside and St Andrews233 12,254 22,494 2
St Thomas's170 62,229 32,448 3
Lye and Stourbridge North197 31,840 61,955 5
Castle and Priory179 52,179 42,221 4
St James's195 42,025 51,786 6
Brockmoor and Pensnett105 91,255 71,465 7
Sedgley113 71,029 111,027 12
Belle Vale111 81,177 81,309 8
Coseley East102 101,158 91,255 9
Gornal79 13974 121,236 10
Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood87 121,062 101,137 11
Upper Gornal and Woodsetton93 11844 15931 15
Amblecote61 20794 171,024 13
Kingswinford North and Wall Heath67 17892 13901 17
Wollaston and Stourbridge Town71 15881 14988 14
Halesowen South72 14680 21805 20
Pedmore and Stourbridge East62 18796 16919 16
Cradley and Wollescote67 16744 19666 21
Halesowen North62 19765 18866 18
Wordsley49 21711 20833 19
Norton44 22519 23617 22
Kingswinford South37 24491 24568 23

Hayley Green and Cradley South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20245
July 20244
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 228 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 20.73 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202529
January 202523
December 202418
November 202418
October 202418
September 202415
July 202423
June 202426
May 202418
April 202426

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20248
October 20246
September 20244
July 20242
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20247
September 20244
July 20242
June 202412
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 39 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20245
July 20246
June 202410
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20256
December 20244
November 20249
October 20247
September 20244
July 20248
June 202410
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20244
September 20242
July 20243
June 202410
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20244
September 20242
July 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
May 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 53 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 20247
September 20244
July 20243
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Hayley Green and Cradley South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hayley Green and Cradley South postcode area is presented below.

1. Yew Tree Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Briery Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Dunstall Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Portsdown Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
5. Clent View Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
6. Whynot Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
7. Dencil Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Windmill Hill (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Barn Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Mendip Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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