Crime Rate in Great Barr with Yew Tree: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Great Barr with Yew Tree

The total recorded crimes in Great Barr with Yew Tree, Sandwell, UK in July 2025 are around 107 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Great Barr with Yew Tree crime rate of 4.57 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 Great Barr with Yew Tree, encompassing approximately 23,417 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (22.86% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (11) incidents (-21.43% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Great Barr with Yew Tree Crime Hotspots

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

  • Arran Close with total crimes: 9
  • A4041 with total crimes: 6
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5

How safe is Great Barr with Yew Tree?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Great Barr with Yew Tree demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 859 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Great Barr with Yew Tree recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

    • In 2023, Great Barr with Yew Tree had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 994 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Great Barr with Yew Tree recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sandwell, Great Barr with Yew Tree has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Great Barr with Yew Tree Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Great Barr with Yew Tree has recorded 107 crimes with crime rate of 4.57 ranking 18th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Great Barr with Yew Tree crimes were 859. The crime rate of Great Barr with Yew Tree in 2024 was 36.68 (year) or 3.06 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Great Barr with Yew Tree were around 994 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.45 (year) or 3.54 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Great Barr with Yew Tree)CrimesRank (Great Barr with Yew Tree)CrimesRank (Great Barr with Yew Tree)
West Bromwich Central263 13,800 14,114 1
Greets Green and Lyng183 32,559 22,363 2
Soho and Victoria233 22,488 32,352 3
Langley156 81,935 72,259 4
St Pauls149 92,115 41,930 9
Oldbury178 42,101 62,102 6
Wednesbury South176 52,115 52,121 5
Cradley Heath and Old Hill172 61,552 111,824 10
Wednesbury North139 131,799 91,968 7
Tipton Green161 71,567 101,571 11
Princes End124 141,903 81,950 8
Great Bridge149 101,332 141,440 15
Abbey145 111,345 131,507 13
Hateley Heath145 121,466 121,512 12
Friar Park89 191,244 171,450 14
Smethwick112 171,318 151,394 16
Bristnall121 151,151 181,182 19
Blackheath112 161,309 161,377 17
Charlemont with Grove Vale82 20932 221,295 18
Rowley75 211,097 191,140 20
Newton69 23956 201,128 21
Tividale73 22943 211,093 22
Old Warley65 24854 24896 24

Great Barr with Yew Tree 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 43 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 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 (25 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 52 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20254
April 20253
March 20258
January 20253
December 20245
November 20248
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20251
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 20241
October 20246
September 20242

A total of 353 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 32.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202543
June 202535
May 202532
April 202527
March 202540
February 202531
January 202525
December 202433
November 202426
October 202428
September 202433

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
September 20243

A total of 71 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20255
April 20256
March 202510
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20246
October 20246
September 20247

A total of 42 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20257
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20243

A total of 20 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 98 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.91 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202514
May 20259
April 202514
March 20258
February 20258
January 20252
December 20247
November 202411
October 20246
September 20248

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
April 20252
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20249
September 20244

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
January 20253
September 20241

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
November 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 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
September 20241

High Crime Locations Great Barr with Yew Tree in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Great Barr with Yew Tree postcode area is presented below.

1. Arran Close (Map)
Total9
Vehicle crime5
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. A4041 (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
4. Merrion'S Close (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Public order1
5. Magnolia Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
6. Lime Tree Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cross Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Caledonian Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
9. Cypress Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Larchwood Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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