Crime Rate in Blythe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blythe

The total recorded crimes in Blythe, Solihull, UK in February 2026 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blythe crime rate of 2.18 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 Blythe, encompassing approximately 22,519 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-28.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Blythe Crime Hotspots

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

  • Magnolia Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Shilton Close with total crimes: 3
  • Stroudley Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Blythe?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Blythe demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Solihull average, with 942 crimes compared to 1176.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blythe recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

    • In 2023, Blythe had fewer crimes than the Solihull average, with 1,077 crimes compared to 1,287. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blythe recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Solihull, Blythe has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blythe Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Blythe crimes were 942. The crime rate of Blythe in 2024 was 41.83 (year) or 3.49 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blythe were around 1,077 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.83 (year) or 3.99 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Solihull.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Blythe)CrimesRank (Blythe)CrimesRank (Blythe)
Chelmsley WoodNA NA2,483 22,805 1
BickenhillNA NA2,801 12,799 2
St AlphegeNA NA1,686 31,743 3
Kingshurst and FordbridgeNA NA1,538 41,712 4
Smith's WoodNA NA1,215 61,445 5
Shirley SouthNA NA1,333 51,262 7
Shirley WestNA NA1,159 81,306 6
Castle BromwichNA NA1,185 71,114 9
OltonNA NA927 111,180 8
LyndonNA NA950 91,054 12
ElmdonNA NA794 131,058 11
MeridenNA NA919 12950 13
Shirley EastNA NA721 14738 14
Dorridge and Hockley HeathNA NA498 15642 15
SilhillNA NA472 16535 16
KnowleNA NA362 17464 17

Blythe Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 20264
December 20259
November 20256
October 20255
September 20254
August 20254
July 20256
June 20253
May 20257
April 20257
March 20256
February 20257

A total of 355 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 27.31 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202618
January 202625
December 202532
November 202530
October 202528
September 202524
August 202519
July 202527
June 202536
May 202536
April 202541
March 202520
February 202519

A total of 135 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20268
January 20265
December 20258
November 20257
October 20257
September 202516
August 202510
July 202513
June 20257
May 202515
April 20259
March 202519
February 202511

A total of 80 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
December 20254
November 202516
October 20254
September 20255
August 20255
July 20253
June 20252
May 202517
April 20257
March 20255
February 20258

A total of 59 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.54 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
December 20251
November 20253
October 20252
September 20254
August 20256
July 20257
June 202510
May 20251
April 20255
March 20256
February 202510

A total of 82 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.31 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20263
December 20256
November 20256
October 20257
September 202510
August 20256
July 202511
June 20259
May 20256
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
November 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20265
December 20253
November 20253
October 20254
September 20252
August 20255
July 20255
June 20257
May 202510
April 202512
March 20256

A total of 28 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.15 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20263
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20251
August 20251
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20255

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20252
October 20252
September 20251
August 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
July 20254

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20254
November 20251
October 20251
September 20254
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

High Crime Locations Blythe in February 2026

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

1. Magnolia Drive (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Shilton Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Stroudley Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Tilehouse Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
5. Acer Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. New Meadow Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
7. Mount Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Tythe Barn Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Shelly Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
10. James Watt Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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