Crime Rate in Old Warley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Old Warley

The total recorded crimes in Old Warley, Sandwell, UK in July 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Old Warley crime rate of 2.11 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 Old Warley, encompassing approximately 30,807 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (12) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
Old Warley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chester Rise with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Wheatley Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Old Warley?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Old Warley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 854 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Old Warley recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

    • In 2023, Old Warley had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 896 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Old Warley recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Old Warley Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Old Warley has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 2.11 ranking 24th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Old Warley crimes were 854. The crime rate of Old Warley in 2024 was 27.72 (year) or 2.31 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Old Warley were around 896 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.08 (year) or 2.42 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Old Warley)CrimesRank (Old Warley)CrimesRank (Old Warley)
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
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 Warley 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 28 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Shoplifting 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 28 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (10 incidents) also being high.

In August 2024, Vehicle crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243

A total of 79 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 202510
April 20256
March 202511
February 20253
January 20257
December 202414
November 20243
October 202410
September 20245

A total of 292 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202528
May 202528
April 202514
March 202524
February 202528
January 202525
December 202439
November 202419
October 202431
September 202428

A total of 108 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20253
May 202510
April 202525
March 20255
February 20254
January 20252
December 20247
November 202415
October 202414
September 202410
August 20241

A total of 48 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20253
April 20252
March 20258
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20247
October 20244
September 20245

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 202511
March 20256
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20255
April 20259
March 20256
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 202510
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20249
October 20245
September 20246

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20254
January 20255
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20248

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Old Warley in July 2025

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

1. Chester Rise (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
3. Wheatley Road (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Harvington Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Holly Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
6. Cornwall Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
7. Tame Rise (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Lewis Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Cedar Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. A4123 (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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