Crime Rate in Shenstone: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shenstone

The total recorded crimes in Shenstone, Lichfield, UK in February 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shenstone crime rate of 37.15 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 Shenstone, encompassing approximately 349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Shenstone Crime Hotspots

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

  • Essington Close with total crimes: 3
  • Birmingham Road with total crimes: 2
  • Walsall Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Shenstone?

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

  • Relative to Lichfield:

    • In 2024, Shenstone demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lichfield average, with 252 crimes compared to 358.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Shenstone recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Shenstone had fewer crimes than the Lichfield average, with 220 crimes compared to 328. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shenstone recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lichfield, Shenstone has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Shenstone Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Shenstone has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 37.15 ranking 17th out of 21 in the Lichfield, UK

In 2024, the total Shenstone crimes were 252. The crime rate of Shenstone in 2024 was 720.21 (year) or 60.02 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Lichfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shenstone were around 220 crimes with yearly crime rate of 628.75 (year) or 52.40 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Lichfield.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lichfield)CrimesRank (Lichfield)CrimesRank (Lichfield)
Stowe63 1965 1958 1
Bourne Vale60 2672 3648 2
Chasetown35 4718 2471 4
Leomansley35 3624 4622 3
Summerfield & All Saints33 5429 6469 5
Armitage with Handsacre30 6517 5381 7
Curborough22 9401 8421 6
Fazeley21 11404 7346 10
Whittington & Streethay26 7371 9252 14
St John's21 10367 10373 8
Boley Park22 8241 16195 17
Chadsmead15 16304 12363 9
Alrewas & Fradley19 13366 11301 11
Boney Hay & Central19 12303 13290 12
Chase Terrace16 15270 14261 13
Mease Valley18 1493 2059 22
Little Aston & Stonnall8 21195 17222 15
Highfield10 18128 18129 18
Hammerwich with Wall8 20111 1998 19
Longdon8 1980 2175 20
Colton & the Ridwares6 2264 2268 21

Shenstone Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (6 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 76 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 202414
May 202411
April 20246
March 20249

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20245
June 202412
May 20243
April 20245
March 20247

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241
April 20243
March 20241

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.36 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
April 20241
March 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241
June 20246

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Shenstone in February 2025

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

1. Essington Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Birmingham Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Walsall Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Pinfold Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Church Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Foden Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ashcroft Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Birch Brook Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Boat Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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