Crime Rate in Kingshurst and Fordbridge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kingshurst and Fordbridge

The total recorded crimes in Kingshurst and Fordbridge, Solihull, UK in March 2025 are around 162 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kingshurst and Fordbridge crime rate of 4.62 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 Kingshurst and Fordbridge, encompassing approximately 35,076 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (87) incidents (47.46% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (17) incidents (88.89% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
Kingshurst and Fordbridge Crime Hotspots

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

  • Further/Higher Educational Building with total crimes: 11
  • Crabtree Drive with total crimes: 8
  • Woodclose Road with total crimes: 8

How safe is Kingshurst and Fordbridge?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Kingshurst and Fordbridge reported a higher crime volume than the Solihull average, with 1,538 crimes compared to 1,176. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Kingshurst and Fordbridge witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Kingshurst and Fordbridge experienced a greater number of crimes than the Solihull average, with 1,712 crimes compared to 1,287. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Kingshurst and Fordbridge witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Solihull, Kingshurst and Fordbridge has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Kingshurst and Fordbridge Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Kingshurst and Fordbridge has recorded 162 crimes with crime rate of 4.62 ranking 3th out of 16 in the Solihull, UK

In 2024, the total Kingshurst and Fordbridge crimes were 1,538. The crime rate of Kingshurst and Fordbridge in 2024 was 43.85 (year) or 3.65 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kingshurst and Fordbridge were around 1,712 crimes with yearly crime rate of 48.81 (year) or 4.07 (month) ranking 4 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
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
Elmdon73 12794 131,058 11
Meriden59 13919 12950 13
Shirley East45 15721 14738 14
Silhill50 14472 16535 16
Dorridge and Hockley Heath45 16498 15642 15
Knowle20 17362 17464 17

Kingshurst and Fordbridge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (87 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 59 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (53 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (24 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (138 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (64 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 71 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20259
January 20257
December 20247
November 20246
October 20242
September 20247
July 202410
June 20244
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 195 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.73 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20259
January 202520
December 202416
November 202416
October 202420
September 202424
July 202413
June 202424
May 202417
April 202419

A total of 73 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20258
January 20252
December 20243
November 20246
October 20241
September 202412
July 20248
June 202420
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 97 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 20256
December 20249
November 20246
October 20246
September 20244
July 20244
June 202426
May 202412
April 20248

A total of 663 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 60.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 138 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202587
February 202559
January 202554
December 202441
November 202445
October 202453
September 202438
July 202444
June 2024138
May 202464
April 202440

A total of 74 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20245
September 20248
July 20245
June 202414
May 202412
April 202411

A total of 36 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 116 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 202513
December 20248
November 20249
October 20249
September 20246
July 20246
June 202432
May 20248
April 202413

A total of 48 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
July 20245
June 202414
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 118 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 202516
December 20247
November 20247
October 202411
September 202410
July 202416
June 202424
May 202413
April 20243

A total of 38 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
June 20248
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 52 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.73 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
July 20247
June 20246
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Kingshurst and Fordbridge in March 2025

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

1. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Crabtree Drive (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Possession of weapons2
Vehicle crime1
3. Woodclose Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Woodside (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Marston Drive (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Coleford Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
8. Barnes Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total5
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
10. Perch Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1

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