Crime Rate in Smith's Wood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Smith's Wood

The total recorded crimes in Smith's Wood, Solihull, UK in July 2025 are around 120 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Smith's Wood crime rate of 2.88 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 Smith's Wood, encompassing approximately 41,660 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (58) incidents (20.83% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (18) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (150.00% increase)
Smith's Wood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Nightingale Avenue with total crimes: 8
  • Austin Croft with total crimes: 8
  • Fieldfare Croft with total crimes: 7

How safe is Smith's Wood?

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

  • Relative to Solihull:

    • In 2024, Smith's Wood reported a higher crime volume than the Solihull average, with 1,215 crimes compared to 1,176. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Smith's Wood witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

    • In 2023, Smith's Wood experienced a greater number of crimes than the Solihull average, with 1,445 crimes compared to 1,287. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Smith's Wood witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the Solihull.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Solihull, Smith's Wood has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Smith's Wood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Smith's Wood has recorded 120 crimes with crime rate of 2.88 ranking 6th out of 16 in the Solihull, UK

In 2024, the total Smith's Wood crimes were 1,215. The crime rate of Smith's Wood in 2024 was 29.16 (year) or 2.43 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Solihull.

In 2023, the total crimes in Smith's Wood were around 1,445 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.68 (year) or 2.89 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Solihull.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Smith's Wood)CrimesRank (Smith's Wood)CrimesRank (Smith's Wood)
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
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
Knowle34 17362 17464 17

Smith's Wood 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 58 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (67 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (41 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (63 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (18 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 74 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.73 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20257
May 20255
April 20257
March 20255
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 20247
October 202413
September 20244

A total of 565 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 51.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202558
June 202548
May 202567
April 202535
March 202541
February 202539
January 202560
December 202434
November 202476
October 202444
September 202463

A total of 39 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20259
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20254
May 20255
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20247
October 20246
September 202411

A total of 122 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20257
May 202510
April 202510
March 202510
February 20259
January 202513
December 20249
November 202410
October 202416
September 202418

A total of 119 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202514
May 202520
April 202515
March 20257
February 20258
January 20256
December 202410
November 20247
October 20245
September 20249

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20254
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20256
December 20249
November 20244
October 20248
September 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20254
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

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
March 20251

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

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

High Crime Locations Smith's Wood in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Smith's Wood postcode area is presented below.

1. Nightingale Avenue (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
2. Austin Croft (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
3. Fieldfare Croft (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Corncrake Drive (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Burtons Park Road (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Sark Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Sheppey Drive (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary1
Drugs1
Public order1
8. Jura Way (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
9. Eagle Grove (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Wheatfield Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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