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 May 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Boney Hay & Central crime rate of 1.50 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Boney Hay & Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chorley Road with total crimes: 5
  • Shakespeare Road with total crimes: 3
  • Californian Grove 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 May 2025 the Boney Hay & Central has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 1.50 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Boney Hay & Central)CrimesRank (Boney Hay & Central)CrimesRank (Boney Hay & Central)
Stowe90 1965 1958 1
Bourne Vale63 2672 3648 2
Chasetown48 5718 2471 4
Leomansley62 3624 4622 3
Armitage with Handsacre55 4517 5381 7
Summerfield & All Saints31 9429 6469 5
Curborough32 8401 8421 6
Alrewas & Fradley43 6366 11301 11
Fazeley29 10404 7346 10
St John's36 7367 10373 8
Chadsmead19 14304 12363 9
Whittington & Streethay29 11371 9252 14
Chase Terrace23 12270 14261 13
Little Aston & Stonnall11 19195 17222 15
Shenstone16 16252 15220 16
Boley Park18 15241 16195 17
Hammerwich with Wall15 17111 1998 19
Highfield12 18128 18129 18
Longdon5 2080 2175 20
Mease Valley2 2293 2059 22
Colton & the Ridwares5 2164 2268 21

Boney Hay & Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 159 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202510
March 202514
February 20258
January 202519
December 202413
November 20245
October 202410
September 20249
August 202417
July 202410
June 202420
May 202412

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.18 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
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 38 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20256
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20258
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241
August 20245
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
January 20251
November 20243
September 20241
August 20246
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 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

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Boney Hay & Central in May 2025

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

1. Chorley Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Shakespeare Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Californian Grove (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Thornfield Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Morley Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lambert Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Ashmead Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rochester Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Dunston Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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