WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: West Midlands Police Police

Crime in Lye and Stourbridge North, Dudley

Comprehensive safety analysis for Lye and Stourbridge North, localized within Dudley.

Total Crimes

142
trending_down -14.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

108.37per 1k
trending_down -0.7% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

12,468

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences43
Shoplifting32
Other Theft13
Burglary11
Criminal Damage & Arson9
Public Order9
Vehicle Crime8
Anti-social Behaviour6
Other Crime4
Weapons Possession4
Drug Offences3

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Tile Croft Map
Shoplifting: 11
11
On or near Petrol Station Map
Shoplifting: 8Public order: 1Vehicle crime: 1
10
On or near Hill Bank Map
Shoplifting: 8
8
On or near Petrol Station Map
Other theft: 6
6
On or near High Street Map
Other theft: 2Violence and sexual offences: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
5
On or near Union Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4Other crime: 1
5
On or near Parking Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5
5
On or near Supermarket Map
Shoplifting: 5
5
On or near Belmont Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4Public order: 1
5
On or near Hungary Hill Map
Drugs: 2Other crime: 1Possession of weapons: 1
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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Dudley district.

Local Rank

#23safest in Dudley

National Safety

Top 14%Riskiest

City Average

74.65per 1k

Local Policing

Stourbridge and Amblecote

West Midlands Police

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Local Priorities

Businesses and shoppers have expressed concerns about shoplifting and business-related crime in Lye and Amblecote

Issued: 1 Jun 2026

Status Update

We remain dedicated to working closely with our partners and local businesses to tackle shoplifting. Our approach includes active collaboration with security staff and shop employees, targeted patrols by local officers, and offering practical advice and support to help reduce crime.
Our team reviews every shoplifting offence and uses a range of tactics to identify and arrest suspects. Addressing shoplifting not only helps reduce crime but also allows us to engage directly with individuals responsible for a significant number of incidents and calls for service. Ongoing work with Trading Standards to tackle business crime in Amblecote and Lye. NUMEROUS POSITIVE ARRESTS AND CHARGES HAVE BEEN MADE

Actioned: 1 Jun 2026

Residents have raised concerns about vehicle-related nuisance occurring at multiple locations across Stourbridge.

Issued: 1 Jun 2026

Status Update

In response to concerns raised by local residents, officers are actively carrying out speed camera operations across Stourbridge. We’ve increased the number of checks to improve road safety and reduce speeding in key areas.
We’re also working closely with Dudley Council to explore additional measures, including CCTV and traffic calming measures. In addition, contact has been made with retail and industrial properties to gather vehicle registration details linked to offending behaviour, enabling us to issue further warning letters where appropriate. The safer Roads team are actively patrolling Stourbridge area to maximise enforcement opportunities. Operations to engage with problem road users are being planned. An E-scooter working group has been initiated to talking the use of E scooters in Stourbridge
OFFICERS HAVE COMPLETED E SCOOTER OP, SPEED WATCH AND DUE TO RECENT RTC TRAFFIC ARE IN THE AREA IF POSSIBLE DURING WEEKEND EVENINGS

Actioned: 1 Jun 2026

Local residents and commuters have reported concerns about anti-social behaviour in the Lye area.

Issued: 1 Jun 2026

Status Update

We have implemented a dedicated patrol plan to ensure officers are present in the area at key times.
Additionally, as part of a long-term solution, we are working with Dudley Council to address anti-social behaviour. Officers from the team attend local meetings and hold local surgeries to listen to local concerns.
Target Guardian patrols are dedicated to tackling drug dealing in the Lye area.
Joint patrols with Dudley council ASB team are being undertaken
HI VIS PATROLS IN TGP AREAS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.

Actioned: 1 Jun 2026

Engagement Events

JUN16

Police Surgery Drop In

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Drop In police surgery at Lye Library

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10:30 AM — 11:30 AM

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Lye Library Chapel Street Lye Stourbridge

JUN17

Amblecote Junior PCSO - Week 4

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Week 4 *Speedwatch

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Amblecote Primary School Amblecote Stourbridge

JUN18

Cuppa with a Coppa

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Crime prevention advice to local residents and their carers held at the Crystal Gateway, Brettell Lane, Amblecote.

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10:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Crystal Gateway Brettell Lane AMBLECOTE Stourbridge

JUN24

Amblecote Junior PCSO - Week 5

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Week 5 *Certificates week

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Amblecote Primary School Amblecote Stourbridge

JUN25

Police Surgery

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Chilly Kiddy's Crime Prevention Surgery

schedule

10:30 AM — 11:30 AM

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Chilly Kiddy's Soft Play Area E4 The Stourbridge Estate Mill Race Lane, Stourbridge

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