Crime Rate in Shenstone: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shenstone

The total recorded crimes in Shenstone, Lichfield, UK in July 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shenstone crime rate of 68.59 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (-42.86% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Shenstone Crime Hotspots

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

  • Birmingham Road with total crimes: 3
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Millbrook Drive 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 areas in the Lichfield.

    • 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 areas in the Lichfield.

  • 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 July 2025 the Shenstone has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 68.59 ranking 14th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shenstone)CrimesRank (Shenstone)CrimesRank (Shenstone)
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
Boney Hay & Central25 13303 13290 12
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

Shenstone 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 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

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

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime 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 April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 68 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 20257
April 20255
March 20259
February 20257
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
August 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20253
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20252
November 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations Shenstone in July 2025

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

1. Birmingham Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Millbrook Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Oakhurst Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
6. Little Hay Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Derry Court (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Oakwood Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Essington Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Greysbrooke (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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