Crime Rate in Boney Hay & Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Boney Hay & Central

The total recorded crimes in Boney Hay & Central, Lichfield, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Boney Hay & Central crime rate of 1.79 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 Boney Hay & Central, encompassing approximately 13,973 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (171.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Boney Hay & Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Robinson Road with total crimes: 3
  • Chorley Road with total crimes: 3
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 2

How safe is Boney Hay & Central?

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

  • Relative to Lichfield:

    • In 2024, Boney Hay & Central demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lichfield average, with 303 crimes compared to 358.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Boney Hay & Central recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Lichfield.

    • In 2023, Boney Hay & Central had fewer crimes than the Lichfield average, with 290 crimes compared to 328. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Boney Hay & Central recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Lichfield.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lichfield, Boney Hay & Central has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Boney Hay & Central Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Boney Hay & Central has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 1.79 ranking 13th out of 21 in the Lichfield, UK

In 2024, the total Boney Hay & Central crimes were 303. The crime rate of Boney Hay & Central in 2024 was 21.68 (year) or 1.81 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Lichfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Boney Hay & Central were around 290 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.75 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Lichfield.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Boney Hay & Central)CrimesRank (Boney Hay & Central)CrimesRank (Boney Hay & Central)
Stowe68 3965 1958 1
Bourne Vale120 1672 3648 2
Chasetown71 2718 2471 4
Leomansley61 4624 4622 3
Summerfield & All Saints45 6429 6469 5
Armitage with Handsacre49 5517 5381 7
Curborough23 15401 8421 6
Fazeley33 10404 7346 10
Alrewas & Fradley42 7366 11301 11
St John's33 8367 10373 8
Chadsmead25 12304 12363 9
Whittington & Streethay33 9371 9252 14
Chase Terrace26 11270 14261 13
Shenstone24 14252 15220 16
Little Aston & Stonnall13 17195 17222 15
Boley Park21 16241 16195 17
Highfield10 19128 18129 18
Longdon10 1880 2175 20
Hammerwich with Wall10 20111 1998 19
Mease Valley2 2293 2059 22
Colton & the Ridwares3 2164 2268 21

Boney Hay & Central 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 8 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 143 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 20257
May 202512
April 202510
March 202514
February 20258
January 202519
December 202413
November 20245
October 202410
September 20249
August 202417

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20252
March 20256
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20258
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
April 20253
January 20251
November 20243
September 20241
August 20246

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20252
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20243

High Crime Locations Boney Hay & Central in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Boney Hay & Central postcode area is presented below.

1. Robinson Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Chorley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Sunnymead Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Spinney Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Wesley Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. The Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Acorn Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Rugeley Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Lambert Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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