Crime Rate in Rowley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rowley

The total recorded crimes in Rowley, Sandwell, UK in March 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rowley crime rate of 3.21 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 Rowley, encompassing approximately 27,402 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (8) incidents (-38.46% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Rowley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Reservoir Road with total crimes: 9
  • Dane Terrace with total crimes: 9
  • Fallow Field Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Rowley?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Rowley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 1097 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rowley recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rowley had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 1,140 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rowley recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rowley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rowley has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 3.21 ranking 18th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Rowley crimes were 1,097. The crime rate of Rowley in 2024 was 40.03 (year) or 3.34 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rowley were around 1,140 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.60 (year) or 3.47 (month) ranking 20 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
Hateley Heath138 111,466 121,512 12
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
Great Barr with Yew Tree87 19859 23994 23
Newton84 21956 201,128 21
Tividale42 24943 211,093 22
Old Warley78 22854 24896 24

Rowley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

July 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 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (78 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 58 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20248
November 20244
October 20246
September 20245
July 20242
June 202410
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 510 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 46.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202549
February 202542
January 202541
December 202439
November 202438
October 202449
September 202443
July 202455
June 202478
May 202454
April 202422

A total of 111 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202513
January 202510
December 202412
November 20246
October 20246
September 20248
July 202417
June 202412
May 20249
April 202410

A total of 89 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20258
December 20246
November 20243
October 20246
September 20244
July 202414
June 202416
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 85 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 20256
December 20246
November 20242
October 20246
September 20247
July 20248
June 202416
May 202414
April 20244

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
July 20243
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20257
January 20256
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
July 202412
June 202416
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
July 20244
June 20244
May 202411
April 20244

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
October 20244
September 20243
July 20241
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
October 20242
September 20246
July 20241
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.90 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
September 20243
July 20246
June 20246
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 1 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

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20244
May 20241

High Crime Locations Rowley in March 2025

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

1. Reservoir Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
2. Dane Terrace (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Fallow Field Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
4. Windsor Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. B4171 (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Cornfield Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery1
7. Brickhouse Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Sheepfold Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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