Crime Rate in Wells: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wells

The total recorded crimes in Wells, Malvern Hills, UK in March 2025 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wells crime rate of 0.45 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 Wells, encompassing approximately 17,885 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Wells Crime Hotspots

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

  • B4218 with total crimes: 2
  • Hanley Road with total crimes: 2
  • Wyche Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Wells?

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

  • Relative to Malvern Hills:

    • In 2024, Wells demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Malvern Hills average, with 94 crimes compared to 240.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wells recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wells had fewer crimes than the Malvern Hills average, with 93 crimes compared to 247. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wells recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Malvern Hills, Wells has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Wells Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wells has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 4.03 ranking 17th out of 21 in the Malvern Hills, UK

In 2024, the total Wells crimes were 94. The crime rate of Wells in 2024 was 62.17 (year) or 5.18 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Malvern Hills.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wells were around 93 crimes with yearly crime rate of 52.89 (year) or 4.41 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Malvern Hills.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Malvern Hills)CrimesRank (Malvern Hills)CrimesRank (Malvern Hills)
Link52 2771 2903 1
Pickersleigh77 1776 1775 2
Priory35 4339 5409 3
Chase28 6378 3384 4
Longdon42 3366 4228 9
Kempsey24 7295 6349 5
Upton and Hanley29 5249 8312 6
Dyson Perrins17 11240 9305 7
Lindridge21 9264 7198 11
Tenbury17 10233 10252 8
West22 8150 13173 12
Powick7 18182 11223 10
Broadheath11 14156 12119 14
Ripple13 12137 15111 15
Alfrick and Leigh12 13119 16131 13
Baldwin11 15138 14103 16
Martley8 1669 2169 20
Morton3 21109 1794 17
Woodbury2 2273 1978 19
Hallow7 1960 2268 21
Teme Valley5 2071 2051 22

Wells Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Bicycle theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 37 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20246
June 20242
May 20244
April 20244

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

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March 20252
February 20251
August 20241
July 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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February 20251
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241

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

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January 20251

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

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August 20242
July 20242
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Wells in March 2025

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

1. B4218 (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Hanley Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Wyche Road (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
4. Holly View Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Green Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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