Crime Rate in Wednesbury North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wednesbury North

The total recorded crimes in Wednesbury North, Sandwell, UK in March 2025 are around 154 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wednesbury North crime rate of 4.76 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 Wednesbury North, encompassing approximately 32,333 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (-18.33% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (23) incidents (53.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (23) incidents (64.29% increase)
Wednesbury North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Axletree Way with total crimes: 13
  • Pine Avenue with total crimes: 10
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 8

How safe is Wednesbury North?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Wednesbury North reported a higher crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 1,799 crimes compared to 1,614. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Wednesbury North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wednesbury North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sandwell average, with 1,968 crimes compared to 1,707. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Wednesbury North witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wednesbury North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wednesbury North has recorded 154 crimes with crime rate of 4.76 ranking 7th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Wednesbury North crimes were 1,799. The crime rate of Wednesbury North in 2024 was 55.64 (year) or 4.64 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wednesbury North were around 1,968 crimes with yearly crime rate of 60.87 (year) or 5.07 (month) ranking 7 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
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

Wednesbury North 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 Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 60 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (23 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (1 incidents) and then Robbery showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 57 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (104 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (56 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (50 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 614 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 55.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202549
February 202560
January 202546
December 202446
November 202440
October 202452
September 202454
July 202457
June 2024104
May 202456
April 202450

A total of 126 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 202510
December 20246
November 202412
October 20248
September 202413
July 202417
June 202422
May 20245
April 202416

A total of 217 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.73 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202516
January 202520
December 202415
November 202420
October 202421
September 202418
July 202434
June 202424
May 202417
April 202414

A total of 126 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202512
January 20255
December 20246
November 202413
October 202413
September 202412
August 20241
July 20247
June 202426
May 20248
April 20249

A total of 187 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202515
January 202524
December 202413
November 202419
October 202414
September 202423
July 202417
June 202414
May 202412
April 202413

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
July 202412
June 202414
May 202410
April 202412

A total of 218 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202514
January 202518
December 202426
November 202420
October 202422
September 202415
July 202419
June 202430
May 202412
April 202419

A total of 44 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20245
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 202410
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
July 20242
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 87 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20247
October 20245
September 20245
July 20249
June 202426
May 202410
April 202412

A total of 41 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20244
July 20245
June 202410
May 20241

A total of 23 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20242
July 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Wednesbury North in March 2025

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

1. Axletree Way (Map)
Total13
Vehicle crime6
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Pine Avenue (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting10
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total8
Other theft8
4. Dudley Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Whitley Street (Map)
Total7
Other theft4
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Poplar Road (Map)
Total6
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Woden Road West (Map)
Total6
Other theft6
8. Union Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
Robbery1
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences1
10. King Street (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2

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