Crime Rate in Charlemont with Grove Vale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Charlemont with Grove Vale

The total recorded crimes in Charlemont with Grove Vale, Sandwell, UK in March 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Charlemont with Grove Vale crime rate of 3.07 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 Charlemont with Grove Vale, encompassing approximately 19,859 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (-26.47% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
Charlemont with Grove Vale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ragley Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Simon Close with total crimes: 4
  • Vicarage Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Charlemont with Grove Vale?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Charlemont with Grove Vale demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 932 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Charlemont with Grove Vale recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Charlemont with Grove Vale had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 1,295 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Charlemont with Grove Vale recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sandwell, Charlemont with Grove Vale has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Charlemont with Grove Vale Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Charlemont with Grove Vale has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 3.07 ranking 23th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Charlemont with Grove Vale crimes were 932. The crime rate of Charlemont with Grove Vale in 2024 was 46.93 (year) or 3.91 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Charlemont with Grove Vale were around 1,295 crimes with yearly crime rate of 65.21 (year) or 5.43 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sandwell)CrimesRank (Sandwell)CrimesRank (Sandwell)
West Bromwich Central306 13,800 14,114 1
Greets Green and Lyng209 32,559 22,363 2
Soho and Victoria242 22,488 32,352 3
Langley145 81,935 72,259 4
St Pauls174 62,115 41,930 9
Wednesbury South188 42,115 52,121 5
Oldbury176 52,101 62,102 6
Wednesbury North154 71,799 91,968 7
Princes End136 121,903 81,950 8
Cradley Heath and Old Hill141 91,552 111,824 10
Tipton Green122 151,567 101,571 11
Abbey139 101,345 131,507 13
Hateley Heath138 111,466 121,512 12
Blackheath128 131,309 161,377 17
Friar Park108 161,244 171,450 14
Great Bridge124 141,332 141,440 15
Smethwick106 171,318 151,394 16
Bristnall85 201,151 181,182 19
Rowley88 181,097 191,140 20
Great Barr with Yew Tree87 19859 23994 23
Newton84 21956 201,128 21
Tividale42 24943 211,093 22
Old Warley78 22854 24896 24

Charlemont with Grove Vale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (10 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (90 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 417 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202534
January 202531
December 202432
November 202435
October 202423
September 202427
July 202436
June 202490
May 202433
April 202451

A total of 133 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20258
January 20259
December 202419
November 20247
October 20247
September 202410
July 20246
June 202422
May 202417
April 202413

A total of 69 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20258
December 20246
November 20242
October 20246
September 20247
July 202413
June 202414
May 20244

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
July 20242
June 202416
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20248
October 20245
September 20245
July 202411
June 20244
May 20249
April 20241

A total of 49 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
July 202410
June 20244
May 20244
April 20247

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
May 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
June 20242

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Charlemont with Grove Vale in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Charlemont with Grove Vale postcode area is presented below.

1. Ragley Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
2. Simon Close (Map)
Total4
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
3. Vicarage Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Sheldon Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Stanway Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Churchview Walk (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Lyndhurst Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bishop Asbury Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
9. Ray Hall Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Tompstone Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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