Crime Rate in Elmdon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Elmdon

The total recorded crimes in Elmdon, Solihull, UK in March 2025 are around 73 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Elmdon crime rate of 1.91 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 Elmdon, encompassing approximately 38,271 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (37.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (14) incidents (180.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
Elmdon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shadowbrook Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Wells Road with total crimes: 5
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Elmdon?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Elmdon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Solihull average, with 794 crimes compared to 1176.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Elmdon recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Elmdon had fewer crimes than the Solihull average, with 1,058 crimes compared to 1,287. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Elmdon recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Elmdon Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Elmdon has recorded 73 crimes with crime rate of 1.91 ranking 12th out of 16 in the Solihull, UK

In 2024, the total Elmdon crimes were 794. The crime rate of Elmdon in 2024 was 20.75 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Elmdon were around 1,058 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.64 (year) or 2.30 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Solihull.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Solihull)CrimesRank (Solihull)CrimesRank (Solihull)
Chelmsley Wood186 12,483 22,805 1
Bickenhill182 22,801 12,799 2
St Alphege142 41,686 31,743 3
Kingshurst and Fordbridge162 31,538 41,712 4
Smith's Wood83 91,215 61,445 5
Shirley South111 61,333 51,262 7
Shirley West115 51,159 81,306 6
Castle Bromwich100 71,185 71,114 9
Olton89 8927 111,180 8
Lyndon78 10950 91,054 12
Blythe75 11942 101,077 10
Meriden59 13919 12950 13
Shirley East45 15721 14738 14
Silhill50 14472 16535 16
Dorridge and Hockley Heath45 16498 15642 15
Knowle20 17362 17464 17

Elmdon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (58 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20253
December 20244
November 202411
October 20243
September 20247
July 20249
June 202410
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
July 20245
June 202410
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 352 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 32.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202533
February 202524
January 202525
December 202433
November 202425
October 202439
September 202433
July 202427
June 202458
May 202429
April 202426

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 64 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202511
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
July 20247
June 202410
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
September 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 79 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20257
January 20253
December 20245
November 20248
October 20247
September 20248
July 20243
June 202420
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20255
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20243
September 20241
July 20248
June 202414
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242
July 20243

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242

A total of 48 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20243
September 20243
July 20246
June 202410
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
November 20241
October 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Elmdon in March 2025

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

1. Shadowbrook Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Wells Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
4. Laxton Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Stockwell Rise (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Foredrove Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Whar Hall Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
8. Wharf Lane (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Valley Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
10. Mountjoy Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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