Crime Rate in Wednesbury South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wednesbury South

The total recorded crimes in Wednesbury South, Sandwell, UK in May 2025 are around 193 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wednesbury South crime rate of 5.82 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 South, encompassing approximately 33,169 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (58) incidents (34.88% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (46) incidents (12.20% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (21) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Wednesbury South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Russell Street with total crimes: 30
  • A4196 with total crimes: 10
  • Upper Russell Street with total crimes: 10

How safe is Wednesbury South?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, Wednesbury South reported a higher crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 2,115 crimes compared to 1,614. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Wednesbury South witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

    • In 2023, Wednesbury South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sandwell average, with 2,121 crimes compared to 1,707. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Wednesbury South witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 23 other areas in the Sandwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wednesbury South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Wednesbury South has recorded 193 crimes with crime rate of 5.82 ranking 3th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total Wednesbury South crimes were 2,115. The crime rate of Wednesbury South in 2024 was 63.76 (year) or 5.31 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wednesbury South were around 2,121 crimes with yearly crime rate of 63.95 (year) or 5.33 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wednesbury South)CrimesRank (Wednesbury South)CrimesRank (Wednesbury South)
West Bromwich Central263 13,800 14,114 1
Greets Green and Lyng180 42,559 22,363 2
Soho and Victoria248 22,488 32,352 3
Langley153 71,935 72,259 4
St Pauls148 82,115 41,930 9
Oldbury176 52,101 62,102 6
Wednesbury North154 61,799 91,968 7
Princes End139 101,903 81,950 8
Hateley Heath146 91,466 121,512 12
Cradley Heath and Old Hill136 121,552 111,824 10
Tipton Green107 161,567 101,571 11
Bristnall137 111,151 181,182 19
Abbey104 171,345 131,507 13
Great Bridge119 131,332 141,440 15
Friar Park107 151,244 171,450 14
Blackheath110 141,309 161,377 17
Smethwick93 191,318 151,394 16
Charlemont with Grove Vale91 20932 221,295 18
Rowley101 181,097 191,140 20
Newton91 21956 201,128 21
Tividale66 23943 211,093 22
Old Warley67 22854 24896 24
Great Barr with Yew Tree63 24859 23994 23

Wednesbury South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (58 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (46 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (41 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (54 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (48 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 61 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 30 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (49 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 64 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (66 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (47 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (58 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (56 incidents) also being high.

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

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 77 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 36 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 113 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.30 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202515
March 20257
February 202521
January 20255
December 202413
November 20248
October 20249
September 20249
July 202414

A total of 185 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 18.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202521
March 202516
February 202516
January 202515
December 202423
November 20247
October 202415
September 202415
July 202436

A total of 121 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.10 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20258
March 202519
February 20258
January 202512
December 202417
November 202412
October 202416
September 202413
July 20248

A total of 573 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 52.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 77 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202558
April 202543
March 202554
February 202561
January 202550
December 202464
November 202439
October 202466
September 202458
August 20243
July 202477

A total of 117 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.70 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202513
March 202512
February 202514
January 202511
December 202410
November 202414
October 20247
September 20247
July 202418

A total of 67 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.70 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202516
March 20254
February 20255
January 20256
December 20249
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
July 20246

A total of 394 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 39.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202546
April 202541
March 202548
February 202530
January 202549
December 202437
November 202420
October 202447
September 202456
July 202420

A total of 33 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
October 20247
September 20241

A total of 61 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202515
March 202511
February 20256
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
July 20244

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
July 20241

A total of 83 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.30 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20257
February 20258
January 20259
December 20247
November 20249
October 20247
September 202415
July 202413

A total of 40 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20256
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20249
October 20243
September 20249
July 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
September 20241

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20243
September 20247

High Crime Locations Wednesbury South in May 2025

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

1. Russell Street (Map)
Total30
Shoplifting25
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. A4196 (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Upper Russell Street (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting6
Vehicle crime3
Possession of weapons1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total9
Other theft3
Robbery3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Marmion Way (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
6. Warwick Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
7. Hawkes Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
8. Bilport Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
9. St Vincent Crescent (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Lakeside Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences2

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