Crime Rate in Meriden: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Meriden

The total recorded crimes in Meriden, Solihull, UK in March 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Meriden crime rate of 2.11 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (146.15% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Meriden Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fen End Road with total crimes: 9
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Balsall Street 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Meriden has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 2.11 ranking 13th out of 16 in the Solihull, UK

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.

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
Elmdon73 12794 131,058 11
Shirley East45 15721 14738 14
Silhill50 14472 16535 16
Dorridge and Hockley Heath45 16498 15642 15
Knowle20 17362 17464 17

Meriden Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (9 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (84 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 324 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 29.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202513
January 202520
December 202416
November 202431
October 202417
September 202432
July 202427
June 202484
May 202423
April 202429

A total of 70 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20256
January 20254
December 20244
November 20248
October 20247
September 20246
July 20243
June 202412
May 20242
April 20247

A total of 112 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 202510
January 20257
December 20247
November 202412
October 202413
September 20244
July 202411
June 202422
May 202416
April 20248

A total of 73 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 202410
November 202410
October 20244
September 20244
July 20246
June 20248
May 202421
April 20244

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20252
December 20245
November 20245
October 20242
September 20244
July 20247
June 20244
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 90 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 202511
December 20249
November 20247
October 20245
September 20244
July 20246
June 202418
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20248
October 20245
September 20249
July 20242
June 20248
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20258
December 20247
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243
July 20246
June 202412
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
July 20242
May 20244
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20242

High Crime Locations Meriden in March 2025

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

1. Fen End Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences9
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Balsall Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Kenilworth Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
5. Cuttle Pool Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Gipsy Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Berkswell Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
8. Alspath Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1

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