Crime Rate in Hateley Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hateley Heath

The total recorded crimes in Hateley Heath, Sandwell, UK in May 2025 are around 146 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hateley Heath crime rate of 4.27 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (73) incidents (35.19% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (110.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (14) incidents (16.67% increase)
Hateley Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Norfolk Avenue with total crimes: 8
  • Cromwell Street with total crimes: 6
  • Brecknock Road with total crimes: 5

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 May 2025 the Hateley Heath has recorded 146 crimes with crime rate of 4.27 ranking 9th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hateley Heath)CrimesRank (Hateley Heath)CrimesRank (Hateley Heath)
West Bromwich Central263 13,800 14,114 1
Greets Green and Lyng180 42,559 22,363 2
Soho and Victoria248 22,488 32,352 3
Wednesbury South193 32,115 52,121 5
Langley153 71,935 72,259 4
St Pauls148 82,115 41,930 9
Oldbury176 52,101 62,102 6
Wednesbury North154 61,799 91,968 7
Princes End139 101,903 81,950 8
Cradley Heath and Old Hill136 121,552 111,824 10
Tipton Green107 161,567 101,571 11
Bristnall137 111,151 181,182 19
Abbey104 171,345 131,507 13
Great Bridge119 131,332 141,440 15
Friar Park107 151,244 171,450 14
Blackheath110 141,309 161,377 17
Smethwick93 191,318 151,394 16
Charlemont with Grove Vale91 20932 221,295 18
Rowley101 181,097 191,140 20
Newton91 21956 201,128 21
Tividale66 23943 211,093 22
Old Warley67 22854 24896 24
Great Barr with Yew Tree63 24859 23994 23

Hateley Heath Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 86 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244
July 20247
June 202422
May 20246

A total of 787 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 65.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 122 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202573
April 202554
March 202577
February 202551
January 202560
December 202455
November 202462
October 202455
September 202470
July 202451
June 2024122
May 202457

A total of 76 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20247
September 202410
July 20245
June 202416
May 20249

A total of 142 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202512
March 202510
February 202510
January 202515
December 202415
November 202413
October 202413
September 20244
July 202413
June 202412
May 202411

A total of 134 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202510
March 202511
February 20253
January 20257
December 20245
November 202410
October 202412
September 202412
July 202413
June 202420
May 202410

A total of 37 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
October 20242
September 20245
July 20245
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 94 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20256
February 202510
January 20256
December 20242
November 20249
October 20247
September 20247
July 202412
June 202418
May 20243

A total of 144 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202511
March 202510
February 202511
January 202513
December 202412
November 202412
October 20249
September 202412
July 20248
June 202424
May 202416

A total of 44 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20254
February 20256
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
July 20243
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 25 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20253
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20241
July 20245
May 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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

High Crime Locations Hateley Heath in May 2025

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

1. Norfolk Avenue (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Cromwell Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Brecknock Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime1
4. Orwell Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
5. Caldwell Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Beverley Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
7. Westminster Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
8. Westmorland Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
9. Raleigh Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Law Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4

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