Crime Rate in Kingswinford South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kingswinford South

The total recorded crimes in Kingswinford South, Dudley, UK in January 2026 are around 31 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kingswinford South crime rate of 1.17 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 Kingswinford South, encompassing approximately 26,526 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-34.78% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Kingswinford South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Levenwick Way with total crimes: 4
  • The Lych Gate with total crimes: 3
  • Woodlawn Grove with total crimes: 2

How safe is Kingswinford South?

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

  • Relative to Dudley:

    • In 2024, Kingswinford South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Dudley average, with 491 crimes compared to 1193.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kingswinford South recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 23 other areas in the Dudley.

    • In 2023, Kingswinford South had fewer crimes than the Dudley average, with 568 crimes compared to 1,298. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kingswinford South recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 23 other areas in the Dudley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kingswinford South Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Kingswinford South has recorded 31 crimes with crime rate of 1.17 ranking 23th out of 23 in the Dudley, UK

In 2024, the total Kingswinford South crimes were 491. The crime rate of Kingswinford South in 2024 was 18.51 (year) or 1.54 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Dudley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kingswinford South were around 568 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.41 (year) or 1.78 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Dudley.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Kingswinford South)CrimesRank (Kingswinford South)CrimesRank (Kingswinford South)
Brierley Hill204 12,765 13,129 1
Netherton, Woodside and St Andrews151 32,254 22,494 2
St James's152 22,025 51,786 6
St Thomas's136 52,229 32,448 3
Castle and Priory142 42,179 42,221 4
Lye and Stourbridge North125 61,840 61,955 5
Brockmoor and Pensnett123 71,255 71,465 7
Belle Vale108 81,177 81,309 8
Coseley East86 91,158 91,255 9
Gornal78 13974 121,236 10
Quarry Bank and Dudley Wood80 121,062 101,137 11
Upper Gornal and Woodsetton84 10844 15931 15
Sedgley60 161,029 111,027 12
Amblecote84 11794 171,024 13
Kingswinford North and Wall Heath49 19892 13901 17
Wollaston and Stourbridge Town70 14881 14988 14
Halesowen North67 15765 18866 18
Pedmore and Stourbridge East53 17796 16919 16
Cradley and Wollescote50 18744 19666 21
Wordsley42 20711 20833 19
Halesowen South34 22680 21805 20
Hayley Green and Cradley South38 21566 22566 24
Norton21 24519 23617 22

Kingswinford South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2025 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 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20252
November 20259
October 20256
September 20251
August 20253
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 178 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.83 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202615
December 202523
November 202514
October 202513
September 202524
August 202512
July 202519
June 202512
May 202514
April 202511
March 202512
February 20259

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20252
November 20251
September 20251
August 20254
July 20251
June 20253
May 20253
March 20254
February 20254

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
September 20257
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 49 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20255
November 20257
October 20257
September 20257
August 20252
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 52 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20255
November 20252
October 20256
September 20255
August 20254
July 20252
June 20254
May 202510
April 20257
March 20253
February 20252

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20254
November 20253
October 20252
September 20253
August 20251
July 20252
June 20253
May 20256
April 20253
March 20255

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
August 20251
July 20254
June 20252
February 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20251
June 20251
April 20251

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20252
October 20251
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
September 20252
August 20253
July 20253
June 20253
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251

High Crime Locations Kingswinford South in January 2026

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

1. Levenwick Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
2. The Lych Gate (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
3. Woodlawn Grove (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. New Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
5. Chestnut Grove (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Ploverdale Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Granville Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Lerryn Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Aretha Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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