Crime Rate in Hateley Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hateley Heath

The total recorded crimes in Hateley Heath, Sandwell, UK in July 2025 are around 145 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hateley Heath crime rate of 4.24 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (86) incidents (21.13% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
Hateley Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shropshire Way with total crimes: 7
  • Clarke'S Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Allerton 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 areas in the Sandwell.

    • 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 areas in the Sandwell.

  • 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 July 2025 the Hateley Heath has recorded 145 crimes with crime rate of 4.24 ranking 12th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hateley Heath)CrimesRank (Hateley Heath)CrimesRank (Hateley Heath)
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
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
Great Barr with Yew Tree107 18859 23994 23
Rowley75 211,097 191,140 20
Newton69 23956 201,128 21
Tividale73 22943 211,093 22
Old Warley65 24854 24896 24

Hateley Heath 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 86 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 (71 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (73 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (12 incidents) also being high.

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 714 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 64.91 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 86 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202586
June 202571
May 202573
April 202554
March 202577
February 202551
January 202560
December 202455
November 202462
October 202455
September 202470

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20253
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241

A total of 113 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202516
May 202521
April 202510
March 202511
February 20253
January 20257
December 20245
November 202410
October 202412
September 202412

A total of 23 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
October 20242
September 20245

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20259
May 20258
April 20256
March 20256
February 202510
January 20256
December 20242
November 20249
October 20247
September 20247

A total of 35 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 20254
April 20252
March 20254
February 20256
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 117 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.64 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202513
May 20256
April 202511
March 202510
February 202511
January 202513
December 202412
November 202412
October 20249
September 202412

A total of 28 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20251
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 60 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 20257
April 20257
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 202410

A total of 128 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.64 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202511
May 202514
April 202512
March 202510
February 202510
January 202515
December 202415
November 202413
October 202413
September 20244

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
September 20241

A total of 58 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20257
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244

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

High Crime Locations Hateley Heath in July 2025

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

1. Shropshire Way (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Clarke'S Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1
3. Allerton Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
4. Trotter'S Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
5. Somerset Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
6. Princess Grove (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime1
7. Wilford Road (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Beaconsfield Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
9. Westminster Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
10. Lellow Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2

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