Crime Rate in Newton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newton

The total recorded crimes in Newton, Sandwell, UK in May 2025 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newton crime rate of 2.60 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 Newton, encompassing approximately 34,972 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (36.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
Newton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sandringham Court with total crimes: 11
  • Bowstoke Road with total crimes: 7
  • Bromford Walk with total crimes: 4

How safe is Newton?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Newton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 956 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Newton recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

    • In 2023, Newton had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 1,128 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Newton recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Newton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Newton has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 2.60 ranking 21th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Newton crimes were 956. The crime rate of Newton in 2024 was 27.34 (year) or 2.28 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newton were around 1,128 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.25 (year) or 2.69 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newton)CrimesRank (Newton)CrimesRank (Newton)
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
Hateley Heath146 91,466 121,512 12
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
Tividale66 23943 211,093 22
Old Warley67 22854 24896 24
Great Barr with Yew Tree63 24859 23994 23

Newton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (15 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 394 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202534
April 202525
March 202533
February 202540
January 202543
December 202420
November 202426
October 202424
September 202420
July 202433
June 202466
May 202430

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20255
January 20251
December 20244
November 20245
October 20244
September 20243
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20252
March 20259
February 20254
January 202514
December 202411
November 20247
October 20246
September 202411
July 20243
June 202420
May 20244

A total of 55 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20251
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
July 20247
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 123 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20255
March 202510
February 202515
January 20259
December 202410
November 20244
October 202414
September 202415
July 202415
June 202410
May 20246

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
December 20241
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 128 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 20257
March 202513
February 20257
January 20253
December 202411
November 202410
October 202425
September 202410
July 202412
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 81 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202510
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 202414
September 20247
July 202410
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
November 20243
September 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20247
July 20243
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 23 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
October 20242
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Newton in May 2025

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

1. Sandringham Court (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
2. Bowstoke Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Bromford Walk (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Possession of weapons1
4. Tanhouse Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Stafford Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Langdale Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Broome Avenue (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Brookside (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. James Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.