Crime Rate in Himley and Swindon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Himley and Swindon

The total recorded crimes in Himley and Swindon, South Staffordshire, UK in May 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Himley and Swindon crime rate of 109.44 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 Himley and Swindon, encompassing approximately 146 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Himley and Swindon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cherry Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Mill Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Malvern Court with total crimes: 2

How safe is Himley and Swindon?

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

  • Relative to South Staffordshire:

    • In 2024, Himley and Swindon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Staffordshire average, with 245 crimes compared to 343.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Himley and Swindon recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 24 other areas in the South Staffordshire.

    • In 2023, Himley and Swindon experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Staffordshire average, with 338 crimes compared to 337. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Himley and Swindon witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 24 other areas in the South Staffordshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Staffordshire, Himley and Swindon has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Himley and Swindon Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Himley and Swindon has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 109.44 ranking 18th out of 24 in the South Staffordshire, UK

In 2024, the total Himley and Swindon crimes were 245. The crime rate of Himley and Swindon in 2024 was 1675.79 (year) or 139.65 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the South Staffordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Himley and Swindon were around 338 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2311.90 (year) or 192.66 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the South Staffordshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Himley and Swindon)CrimesRank (Himley and Swindon)CrimesRank (Himley and Swindon)
Huntington and Hatherton56 3656 2706 1
Trysull and Seisdon69 2684 1567 4
Featherstone and Shareshill70 1643 3706 2
Great Wyrley Town42 7587 4614 3
Wombourne North and Lower Penn50 4502 5487 6
Codsall North44 6474 7494 5
Kinver47 5423 8432 8
Cheslyn Hay North and Saredon38 8476 6434 7
Penkridge North East and Acton Trussell37 9413 9372 9
Brewood and Coven29 11347 12363 10
Essington34 10401 10299 16
Penkridge South East28 12363 11305 15
Perton Lakeside24 15345 13331 12
Wombourne South West23 16323 15323 13
Bilbrook26 13324 14322 14
Wheaton Aston, Bishopswood and Lapley24 14270 16248 17
Great Wyrley Landywood19 17263 17245 18
Penkridge West16 19173 19206 19
Wombourne South East13 20163 20190 20
Cheslyn Hay South11 21139 21131 21
Codsall South9 23136 22127 22
Pattingham and Patshull10 22108 2387 23
Perton Dippons2 2547 2558 24
Perton East6 2463 2439 25

Himley and Swindon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (8 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 78 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20258
March 20258
February 20258
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247
July 20244
June 20246
May 20248

A total of 33 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20245
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
December 20242
August 20242

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20252
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 33 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20248
November 20244
October 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Himley and Swindon in May 2025

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

1. Cherry Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Mill Lane (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
3. Malvern Court (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. The Holloway (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Green Acres (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Dudley Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Hinksford Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Wodehouse Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Gospel End Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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