Crime Rate in Meriden: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Meriden

The total recorded crimes in Meriden, Solihull, UK in February 2026 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Meriden crime rate of 1.75 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 Meriden, encompassing approximately 28,010 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Meriden Crime Hotspots

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

  • Eaves Green Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Cuttle Pool Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Meriden?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Meriden demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Solihull average, with 919 crimes compared to 1176.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Meriden recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

    • In 2023, Meriden had fewer crimes than the Solihull average, with 950 crimes compared to 1,287. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Meriden recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Meriden Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Meriden crimes were 919. The crime rate of Meriden in 2024 was 32.81 (year) or 2.73 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Meriden were around 950 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.92 (year) or 2.83 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Solihull.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Meriden)CrimesRank (Meriden)CrimesRank (Meriden)
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
Shirley EastNA NA721 14738 14
Dorridge and Hockley HeathNA NA498 15642 15
SilhillNA NA472 16535 16
KnowleNA NA362 17464 17

Meriden 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 9 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Burglary 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 32 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 109 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.38 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20269
January 20267
December 20254
November 202512
October 202510
September 20256
August 20255
July 20256
June 202525
May 20258
April 20255
March 20252
February 202510

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20264
December 20254
November 20256
October 20251
September 20257
August 20251
June 20258
April 20252
March 20255
February 20255

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20263
December 20253
November 20251
October 20253
September 20259
August 20253
July 202510
June 20254
May 20253
April 20256
March 20251

A total of 305 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 23.46 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202618
January 202630
December 202529
November 202522
October 202526
September 202520
August 202521
July 202532
June 202518
May 202524
April 202520
March 202532
February 202513

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20251
October 20251
August 20253
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 23 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20268
October 20252
August 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20255
February 20252

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20251
September 20251
June 20251

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20263
December 20252
November 20251
October 20252
September 20253
August 20253
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
February 20253

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20267
December 20255
November 20251
October 20253
September 20255
August 20251
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20256

A total of 37 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20261
December 20252
November 20254
October 20254
September 20257
August 20253
July 20255
May 20256
April 20252
March 20251

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
December 20254
November 20253
October 20252
August 20256
July 20257
June 20255
May 20257
April 20257
March 20251
February 20254

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20252
September 20254
August 20253
July 20253
June 20257
May 20251
April 20252
March 202511
February 20256

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
July 20251

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251

High Crime Locations Meriden in February 2026

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

1. Eaves Green Lane (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Cuttle Pool Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
4. Chadwick Mews (Map)
Total3
Other crime3
5. Shirley Gardens (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
6. Ashfurlong Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Kenilworth Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Baulk Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Eagle Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
10. Albert Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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