Crime Rate in Knowle: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Knowle

The total recorded crimes in Knowle, Solihull, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Knowle crime rate of 0.61 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 Knowle, encompassing approximately 55,582 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-7.14% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Knowle Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Mallender Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Lady Byron Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Knowle?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Knowle demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Solihull average, with 362 crimes compared to 1176.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Knowle recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

    • In 2023, Knowle had fewer crimes than the Solihull average, with 464 crimes compared to 1,287. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Knowle recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Knowle Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Knowle has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 0.61 ranking 17th out of 16 in the Solihull, UK

In 2024, the total Knowle crimes were 362. The crime rate of Knowle in 2024 was 30.39 (year) or 2.53 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Knowle were around 464 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.41 (year) or 2.03 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Solihull.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Knowle)CrimesRank (Knowle)CrimesRank (Knowle)
Chelmsley Wood188 22,483 22,805 1
Bickenhill210 12,801 12,799 2
St Alphege157 31,686 31,743 3
Kingshurst and Fordbridge135 41,538 41,712 4
Smith's Wood120 61,215 61,445 5
Shirley South127 51,333 51,262 7
Shirley West120 71,159 81,306 6
Castle Bromwich91 81,185 71,114 9
Olton81 11927 111,180 8
Lyndon83 10950 91,054 12
Blythe86 9942 101,077 10
Elmdon71 12794 131,058 11
Meriden67 13919 12950 13
Shirley East50 15721 14738 14
Silhill57 14472 16535 16
Dorridge and Hockley Heath49 16498 15642 15

Knowle Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Robbery was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20245

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 135 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202514
May 20259
April 202510
March 202513
February 202510
January 202512
December 202416
November 202413
October 202410
September 202415

A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20255
April 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
October 20243

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20255
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244

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

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 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

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253

High Crime Locations Knowle in July 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
2. Mallender Drive (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Lady Byron Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
4. Woodside Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Milverton Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Blythewood Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
7. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
8. Copt Heath Croft (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Langfield Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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