Crime Rate in Much Wenlock: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Much Wenlock

The total recorded crimes in Much Wenlock, Shropshire, UK in March 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Much Wenlock crime rate of 67.96 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 Much Wenlock, encompassing approximately 191 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Much Wenlock Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oakfield Park with total crimes: 2
  • Falcons Court with total crimes: 2
  • Racecourse Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Much Wenlock?

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

  • Relative to Shropshire:

    • In 2024, Much Wenlock demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Shropshire average, with 167 crimes compared to 350.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Much Wenlock recorded fewer crimes than 51 out of 62 other cities.

    • In 2023, Much Wenlock had fewer crimes than the Shropshire average, with 189 crimes compared to 349. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Much Wenlock recorded fewer crimes than 46 out of 62 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Shropshire, Much Wenlock has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Much Wenlock Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Much Wenlock has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 67.96 ranking 50th out of 62 in the Shropshire, UK

In 2024, the total Much Wenlock crimes were 167. The crime rate of Much Wenlock in 2024 was 872.97 (year) or 72.75 (month) ranking it 52 dangerous area in the Shropshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Much Wenlock were around 189 crimes with yearly crime rate of 987.98 (year) or 82.33 (month) ranking 47 most dangerous area in the Shropshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shropshire)CrimesRank (Shropshire)CrimesRank (Shropshire)
Quarry and Coton Hill132 11,863 11,326 1
Oswestry South53 5806 21,153 2
Battlefield62 2634 6497 15
Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton51 6765 3884 3
Oswestry East57 3607 9640 6
Castlefields and Ditherington43 9618 7737 4
Sundorne45 8708 4694 5
Harlescott53 4640 5583 8
Bridgnorth East and Astley Abbotts34 18555 12592 7
Bridgnorth West and Tasley46 7370 22346 23
Whitchurch North42 10614 8532 12
Wem28 23520 13579 9
Market Drayton East38 15575 10534 10
Church Stretton and Craven Arms40 13441 18532 11
Market Drayton West41 12566 11517 14
Tern41 11270 32228 40
Ludlow North27 25481 14524 13
Meole38 14474 15480 16
Monkmoor37 16450 16468 17
Bagley24 27448 17302 29
Shifnal North35 17318 26274 31
Broseley26 26353 23430 18
Ellesmere Urban24 29375 20421 19
Whitchurch South30 22414 19387 21
Shifnal South and Cosford33 19335 24366 22
Underdale22 32308 28396 20
Copthorne33 20211 43303 28
Gobowen, Selattyn and Weston Rhyn31 21371 21313 26
Longden28 24282 31334 24
Ludlow East19 35328 25332 25
St Martin's24 28260 35304 27
Hodnet15 46313 27236 38
Abbey13 54297 29185 48
Ludlow South21 34249 37285 30
Bowbrook16 41285 30219 42
The Meres23 30109 59144 56
Shawbury22 31159 54161 53
Belle Vue15 47266 34262 32
Cleobury Mortimer15 45247 38259 33
Rea Valley13 52266 33247 36
Porthill21 33225 42255 35
Highley16 40252 36258 34
Albrighton19 36210 44216 43
Alveley and Claverley13 53238 40247 37
Oswestry West18 37179 48221 41
Burnell17 38161 53191 46
Clun15 43246 39228 39
Severn Valley16 39171 51117 60
Radbrook16 42231 41205 44
Corvedale15 4487 63135 57
Chirbury and Worthen12 56184 47203 45
St Oswald9 59209 45176 51
Clee10 57208 46160 54
Worfield14 48148 55178 50
Prees13 51178 49180 49
Whittington14 49174 50168 52
Brown Clee13 55102 61148 55
Loton9 60126 56106 61
Ruyton and Baschurch9 61120 57127 58
Llanymynech10 58114 58123 59
Bishop's Castle6 62102 6063 63
Cheswardine4 6395 6292 62

Much Wenlock Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20257
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 202410
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
November 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20254
November 20242
September 20242
August 20243
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Much Wenlock in March 2025

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

1. Oakfield Park (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Falcons Court (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
3. Racecourse Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
4. Priory Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Farley Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Station Wharf (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. A4169 (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Linden Avenue (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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