Crime Rate in Soho and Victoria: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Soho and Victoria

The total recorded crimes in Soho and Victoria, Sandwell, UK in March 2025 are around 242 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Soho and Victoria crime rate of 2.64 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 Soho and Victoria, encompassing approximately 91,614 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (112) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (5.56% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (18) incidents (20.00% increase)
Soho and Victoria Crime Hotspots

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

  • London Street with total crimes: 31
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 15
  • Gilbert Road with total crimes: 12

How safe is Soho and Victoria?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Soho and Victoria reported a higher crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 2,488 crimes compared to 1,614. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Soho and Victoria witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Soho and Victoria experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sandwell average, with 2,352 crimes compared to 1,707. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Soho and Victoria witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sandwell, Soho and Victoria has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Soho and Victoria Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Soho and Victoria has recorded 242 crimes with crime rate of 2.64 ranking 2th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Soho and Victoria crimes were 2,488. The crime rate of Soho and Victoria in 2024 was 27.16 (year) or 2.26 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Soho and Victoria were around 2,352 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.67 (year) or 2.14 (month) ranking 3 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
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
Rowley88 181,097 191,140 20
Great Barr with Yew Tree87 19859 23994 23
Newton84 21956 201,128 21
Tividale42 24943 211,093 22
Old Warley78 22854 24896 24

Soho and Victoria Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (112 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 98 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (106 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 94 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (85 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (122 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (80 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (28 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 102 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (188 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (93 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (104 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (25 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1184 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 107.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 188 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025112
February 202598
January 2025106
December 202494
November 202485
October 2024122
September 202480
July 2024102
June 2024188
May 202493
April 2024104

A total of 204 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 18.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202518
January 202517
December 202416
November 202419
October 202416
September 202428
July 202416
June 202430
May 202413
April 202412

A total of 101 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20255
December 20245
November 202411
October 202411
September 20248
July 20249
June 202430
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 51 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20243
July 20242
June 202410
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 67 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.09 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202510
January 20253
December 20246
November 20246
October 20247
September 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 204 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 18.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202512
January 202511
December 202413
November 202416
October 202429
September 202421
July 202423
June 202424
May 202419
April 202425

A total of 135 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202515
January 202512
December 20245
November 202415
October 202411
September 20245
July 20249
June 202426
May 202417
April 20247

A total of 194 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202515
January 202525
December 202411
November 202410
October 202421
September 202413
July 202416
June 202434
May 202411
April 202420

A total of 50 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20255
January 20257
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
July 20245
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 140 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202512
January 202510
December 202413
November 202412
October 202417
September 20247
July 202414
June 202428
May 202415
April 20242

A total of 44 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20241
November 20247
October 20246
September 20243
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20248

A total of 158 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20256
January 202513
December 202415
November 202420
October 20247
September 202413
July 202418
June 202432
May 202412
April 20249

A total of 26 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Soho and Victoria in March 2025

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

1. London Street (Map)
Total31
Violence and sexual offences17
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Shoplifting1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total15
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
3. Gilbert Road (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences12
4. Cranford Street (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
5. A4092 (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
6. Grange Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
7. Trafalgar Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
8. Hamilton Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Robbery1
9. Wellington Road (Map)
Total5
Possession of weapons2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. A457 (Map)
Total5
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1

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