Crime Rate in Tipton Green: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Tipton Green

The total recorded crimes in Tipton Green, Sandwell, UK in July 2025 are around 161 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Tipton Green crime rate of 3.95 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 Tipton Green, encompassing approximately 40,801 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (69) incidents (6.15% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (20) incidents (53.85% increase)
  • Public order: (15) incidents (50.00% increase)
Tipton Green Crime Hotspots

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

  • Damson Wharf with total crimes: 5
  • Castle Road with total crimes: 5
  • Sandys Grove with total crimes: 5

How safe is Tipton Green?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Tipton Green demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 1567 crimes compared to 1614.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Tipton Green witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

    • In 2023, Tipton Green had fewer crimes than the Sandwell average, with 1,571 crimes compared to 1,707. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Tipton Green witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Tipton Green Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Tipton Green has recorded 161 crimes with crime rate of 3.95 ranking 7th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Tipton Green crimes were 1,567. The crime rate of Tipton Green in 2024 was 38.41 (year) or 3.20 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Tipton Green were around 1,571 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.50 (year) or 3.21 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Tipton Green)CrimesRank (Tipton Green)CrimesRank (Tipton Green)
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
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 Warley65 24854 24896 24

Tipton Green 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 69 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (65 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (53 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (56 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (58 incidents) and then Vehicle crime 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 50 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (59 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (62 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

In August 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 23 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202510
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20259
January 20253
December 20246
November 20246
October 20244
September 202410

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20253
April 20257
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 60 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20252
April 20258
March 20255
February 20252
January 20259
December 20245
November 20246
October 20247
September 20243

A total of 81 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202510
May 20257
April 20258
March 202511
February 20255
January 202511
December 20242
November 20245
October 20245
September 20249

A total of 124 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202513
May 202512
April 202510
March 202512
February 202510
January 202510
December 20249
November 202412
October 202411
September 202412

A total of 130 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 202513
May 202513
April 202516
March 202513
February 202510
January 20256
December 20244
November 202413
October 20246
September 202416

A total of 624 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 52.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202569
June 202565
May 202553
April 202556
March 202558
February 202550
January 202559
December 202441
November 202447
October 202461
September 202462
August 20243

A total of 18 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
November 20244
October 20242

A total of 82 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.45 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20252
April 202510
March 20256
February 202510
January 20259
December 20248
November 20249
October 202410
September 202411

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20253
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 34 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20245

High Crime Locations Tipton Green in July 2025

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

1. Damson Wharf (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
2. Castle Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other crime1
Other theft1
3. Sandys Grove (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
4. Hipkins Street (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Colbourne Road (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Wilson Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Other theft1
7. Baker Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Tipton (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
10. Wood Street (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1

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