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 March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Himley and Swindon crime rate of 116.28 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Robbery: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Himley and Swindon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2
  • Mile Flat with total crimes: 2
  • The Close 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Himley and Swindon has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 116.28 ranking 16th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Staffordshire)CrimesRank (South Staffordshire)CrimesRank (South Staffordshire)
Huntington and Hatherton78 1656 2706 1
Trysull and Seisdon36 7684 1567 4
Featherstone and Shareshill51 2643 3706 2
Great Wyrley Town34 8587 4614 3
Cheslyn Hay North and Saredon44 3476 6434 7
Codsall North41 4474 7494 5
Wombourne North and Lower Penn17 15502 5487 6
Penkridge South East40 5363 11305 15
Penkridge North East and Acton Trussell38 6413 9372 9
Kinver21 13423 8432 8
Brewood and Coven32 9347 12363 10
Essington13 19401 10299 16
Perton Lakeside29 10345 13331 12
Bilbrook28 11324 14322 14
Great Wyrley Landywood26 12263 17245 18
Wombourne South West18 14323 15323 13
Wheaton Aston, Bishopswood and Lapley15 17270 16248 17
Wombourne South East13 18163 20190 20
Penkridge West12 20173 19206 19
Cheslyn Hay South5 22139 21131 21
Codsall South7 21136 22127 22
Pattingham and Patshull4 23108 2387 23
Perton Dippons3 2447 2558 24
Perton EastNA NA63 2439 25

Himley and Swindon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 65 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247
July 20244
June 20246
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 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 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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 March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Mile Flat (Map)
Total2
Robbery2
3. The Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Baggeridge Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Hughes Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Lickey Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Dudley Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Churns Hill Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cherry Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Winston Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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