Crime Rate in Hateley Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hateley Heath

The total recorded crimes in Hateley Heath, Sandwell, UK in March 2025 are around 138 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hateley Heath crime rate of 4.03 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 Hateley Heath, encompassing approximately 34,220 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (77) incidents (50.98% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (266.67% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (-9.09% decrease)
Hateley Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oakwood Croft with total crimes: 7
  • Marsh Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Hargate Lane with total crimes: 6

How safe is Hateley Heath?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Hateley Heath demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 1466 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hateley Heath witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hateley Heath had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 1,512 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Hateley Heath witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sandwell, Hateley Heath has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hateley Heath Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hateley Heath has recorded 138 crimes with crime rate of 4.03 ranking 11th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Hateley Heath crimes were 1,466. The crime rate of Hateley Heath in 2024 was 42.84 (year) or 3.57 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hateley Heath were around 1,512 crimes with yearly crime rate of 44.18 (year) or 3.68 (month) ranking 12 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
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
Charlemont with Grove Vale61 23932 221,295 18
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

Hateley Heath Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (77 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 55 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (70 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (12 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (122 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (79 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 112 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20253
January 20257
December 20245
November 202410
October 202412
September 202412
July 202413
June 202420
May 202410
April 20249

A total of 143 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202511
January 202513
December 202412
November 202412
October 20249
September 202412
July 20248
June 202424
May 202416
April 202416

A total of 82 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244
July 20247
June 202422
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 37 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
October 20242
September 20245
July 20245
June 20248
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 739 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 67.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 122 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202577
February 202551
January 202560
December 202455
November 202462
October 202455
September 202470
July 202451
June 2024122
May 202457
April 202479

A total of 126 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 202515
December 202415
November 202413
October 202413
September 20244
July 202413
June 202412
May 202411
April 202410

A total of 37 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241
July 20245
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 87 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202510
January 20256
December 20242
November 20249
October 20247
September 20247
July 202412
June 202418
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
July 20243
June 202410
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 70 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 202410
July 20245
June 202416
May 20249
April 20248

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
February 20251

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Hateley Heath in March 2025

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

1. Oakwood Croft (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Marsh Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Hargate Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
4. Selkirk Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
5. Clarke'S Lane (Map)
Total5
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Westmorland Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
7. Norfolk Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
8. Hydes Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Cromwell Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Aston Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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