Crime Rate in Dorridge and Hockley Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dorridge and Hockley Heath

The total recorded crimes in Dorridge and Hockley Heath, Solihull, UK in February 2026 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dorridge and Hockley Heath crime rate of 2.32 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 Dorridge and Hockley Heath, encompassing approximately 11,640 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (62.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Dorridge and Hockley Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Forest Road with total crimes: 4
  • Milton Close with total crimes: 2
  • Avenue Albert with total crimes: 2

How safe is Dorridge and Hockley Heath?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Dorridge and Hockley Heath demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Solihull average, with 498 crimes compared to 1176.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dorridge and Hockley Heath recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

    • In 2023, Dorridge and Hockley Heath had fewer crimes than the Solihull average, with 642 crimes compared to 1,287. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dorridge and Hockley Heath recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Dorridge and Hockley Heath Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Dorridge and Hockley Heath crimes were 498. The crime rate of Dorridge and Hockley Heath in 2024 was 42.78 (year) or 3.57 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dorridge and Hockley Heath were around 642 crimes with yearly crime rate of 55.15 (year) or 4.60 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Solihull.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Dorridge and Hockley Heath)CrimesRank (Dorridge and Hockley Heath)CrimesRank (Dorridge and Hockley Heath)
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
BlytheNA NA942 101,077 10
ElmdonNA NA794 131,058 11
MeridenNA NA919 12950 13
Shirley EastNA NA721 14738 14
SilhillNA NA472 16535 16
KnowleNA NA362 17464 17

Dorridge and Hockley Heath 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 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 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 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 160 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.31 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202613
January 20268
December 202520
November 20259
October 202513
September 202516
August 202512
July 202515
June 202512
May 202513
April 20259
March 202513
February 20257

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
December 20251
November 20252
September 20252
August 20251
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20254

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20261
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20254
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254

A total of 72 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.54 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20265
December 20258
November 20253
October 20255
September 20255
August 20256
July 202512
June 20257
May 20257
April 20255
March 20257
February 20251

A total of 114 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.77 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20262
December 20254
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20255
July 20258
June 20257
May 202519
April 202525
March 202512
February 202528

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20262
December 202511
November 20257
October 20253
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
April 20251
March 20254

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20253
November 20253
October 20254
September 20251
August 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20251
November 20255
October 20254
September 20254
August 20252
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
April 20257
March 20255
February 20252

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
October 20252
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
September 20251
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252

High Crime Locations Dorridge and Hockley Heath in February 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dorridge and Hockley Heath postcode area is presented below.

1. Forest Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
2. Milton Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Avenue Albert (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Tysoe Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Hintons Coppice (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Widney Manor Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Trimpley Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Westfield Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Poplar Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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