Crime Rate in Forebridge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Forebridge

The total recorded crimes in Forebridge, Stafford, UK in March 2025 are around 150 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Forebridge crime rate of 11.22 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 Forebridge, encompassing approximately 13,372 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (53) incidents (26.19% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (18) incidents (-21.74% decrease)
  • Public order: (18) incidents (63.64% increase)
Forebridge Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Martin'S Place with total crimes: 12
  • Bridge Street with total crimes: 9
  • Foregate Street with total crimes: 7

How safe is Forebridge?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Forebridge reported a higher crime volume than the Stafford average, with 2,171 crimes compared to 508. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Forebridge witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Forebridge experienced a greater number of crimes than the Stafford average, with 1,453 crimes compared to 427. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Forebridge witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stafford, Forebridge has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Forebridge Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Forebridge has recorded 150 crimes with crime rate of 11.22 ranking 1th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Forebridge crimes were 2,171. The crime rate of Forebridge in 2024 was 162.35 (year) or 13.53 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Forebridge were around 1,453 crimes with yearly crime rate of 108.66 (year) or 9.05 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Stafford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stafford)CrimesRank (Stafford)CrimesRank (Stafford)
Coton82 2910 2865 2
Highfields & Western Downs60 4761 5724 3
Manor50 5878 3714 4
St Michael's & Stonefield61 3866 4682 5
Walton30 10646 6492 6
Swynnerton & Oulton45 6433 12400 10
Eccleshall28 13507 8473 7
Common33 7566 7460 8
Seighford & Church Eaton32 8307 15286 15
Penkside24 15472 9413 9
Holmcroft32 9456 11384 11
Milwich29 12467 10308 13
Fulford29 11313 14384 12
Haywood & Hixon23 16342 13293 14
Gnosall & Woodseaves26 14252 18251 17
Doxey & Castletown14 18293 16283 16
Littleworth7 21273 17241 18
Baswich17 17206 20218 19
Barlaston5 23217 19161 21
Weeping Cross & Wildwood10 19133 21203 20
Rowley9 20110 2280 22
Milford5 22106 2349 23

Forebridge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (53 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 73 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (77 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (31 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (36 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (55 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 65 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (90 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (68 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (59 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (56 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (42 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 131 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202510
January 20259
December 202411
November 202412
October 20246
September 202413
August 202411
July 20246
June 202412
May 202412
April 202413

A total of 713 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 59.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 90 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202553
February 202542
January 202542
December 202473
November 202442
October 202477
September 202459
August 202455
July 202465
June 202490
May 202459
April 202456

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20246
July 20246
June 20244
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 257 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202518
January 202512
December 202414
November 202414
October 202416
September 202421
August 202422
July 202437
June 202456
May 202417
April 202416

A total of 382 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202523
January 202530
December 202417
November 202424
October 202431
September 202436
August 202422
July 202435
June 202468
May 202436
April 202442

A total of 207 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202511
January 202513
December 202415
November 202420
October 202414
September 202423
August 202420
July 202422
June 202428
May 202412
April 202411

A total of 17 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20243
October 20242
September 20243
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 148 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20259
January 20257
December 202410
November 20248
October 202412
September 202416
August 202412
July 202410
June 202438
May 20244
April 202415

A total of 72 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20255
December 20247
November 20246
October 20249
September 20247
August 20246
July 20249
May 20243
April 202410

A total of 31 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 48 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244
May 20245
April 202412

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20245
August 20242
July 20243
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Forebridge in March 2025

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

1. St Martin'S Place (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Bridge Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
3. Foregate Street (Map)
Total7
Possession of weapons3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Waterfront Way (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Theft from the person1
5. Friars Garden (Map)
Total6
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting5
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Chapel Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
9. North Walls (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
10. Salter Street (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Burglary1
Public order1

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