Crime Rate in West Bromwich Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in West Bromwich Central

The total recorded crimes in West Bromwich Central, Sandwell, UK in March 2025 are around 306 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Bromwich Central crime rate of 7.91 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 West Bromwich Central, encompassing approximately 38,685 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (105) incidents (26.51% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (40) incidents (-13.04% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (0.00% decrease)
West Bromwich Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • High Street with total crimes: 27
  • New Street with total crimes: 21
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 12

How safe is West Bromwich Central?

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

  • Relative to Sandwell:

    • In 2024, West Bromwich Central reported a higher crime volume than the Sandwell average, with 3,800 crimes compared to 1,614. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, West Bromwich Central witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, West Bromwich Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sandwell average, with 4,114 crimes compared to 1,707. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, West Bromwich Central witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

West Bromwich Central Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the West Bromwich Central has recorded 306 crimes with crime rate of 7.91 ranking 1th out of 23 in the Sandwell, UK

In 2024, the total West Bromwich Central crimes were 3,800. The crime rate of West Bromwich Central in 2024 was 98.23 (year) or 8.19 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Sandwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in West Bromwich Central were around 4,114 crimes with yearly crime rate of 106.35 (year) or 8.86 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Sandwell.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sandwell)CrimesRank (Sandwell)CrimesRank (Sandwell)
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
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

West Bromwich Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (105 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 83 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 46 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (95 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 79 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 35 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (107 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (107 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (138 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (35 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (1 incidents) and then Possession of weapons 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 129 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 44 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (284 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (70 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (138 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (110 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (36 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 158 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 20258
January 202516
December 20249
November 20249
October 202415
September 202416
July 202417
June 202426
May 202412
April 20249

A total of 1376 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 114.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 284 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025105
February 202583
January 202595
December 202479
November 2024107
October 2024107
September 2024138
August 20241
July 2024129
June 2024284
May 2024138
April 2024110

A total of 291 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202525
January 202515
December 202435
November 202428
October 202425
September 202427
July 202432
June 202448
May 202416
April 202415

A total of 247 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202516
January 202518
December 202416
November 202415
October 202416
September 202415
July 202418
June 202454
May 202437
April 202422

A total of 229 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 20259
January 20259
December 202421
November 202414
October 202414
September 202418
July 202424
June 202450
May 202428
April 202421

A total of 261 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202519
January 202521
December 202425
November 202417
October 202427
September 202422
August 20241
July 202420
June 202446
May 202425
April 202420

A total of 132 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20257
December 20245
November 202415
October 20247
September 202414
July 202417
June 202430
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 259 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202518
January 202514
December 202420
November 202416
October 202422
September 202429
July 202422
June 202450
May 202425
April 202423

A total of 137 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202514
January 202517
December 202414
November 202414
October 202415
September 202414
July 20249
June 202410
May 202410
April 20245

A total of 68 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 202510
December 20248
November 20243
October 202410
September 20246
August 20241
July 20243
June 202410
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 405 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202540
February 202546
January 202531
December 202421
November 202430
October 202429
September 202435
July 202444
June 202470
May 202423
April 202436

A total of 64 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20257
December 20247
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
July 20248
June 20248
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 76 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20252
December 20247
November 20249
October 20245
September 20247
July 20243
June 202414
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 21 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

High Crime Locations West Bromwich Central in March 2025

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

1. High Street (Map)
Total27
Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary2
Shoplifting2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. New Street (Map)
Total21
Shoplifting11
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total12
Drugs2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Lombard Street (Map)
Total11
Public order4
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting7
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total9
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Tildasley Street (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
9. All Saints Way (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
10. Grange Road (Map)
Total6
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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