Crime Rate in Fulford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fulford

The total recorded crimes in Fulford, Stafford, UK in March 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fulford crime rate of 7.05 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 Fulford, encompassing approximately 4,112 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (30.77% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Fulford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Aynsley'S Drive with total crimes: 6
  • Hilltop Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Ridgway Drive with total crimes: 3

How safe is Fulford?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Fulford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 313 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Fulford recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Fulford had fewer crimes than the Stafford average, with 384 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Fulford witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stafford, Fulford has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Fulford Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Fulford has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 7.05 ranking 11th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Fulford crimes were 313. The crime rate of Fulford in 2024 was 76.10 (year) or 6.34 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fulford were around 384 crimes with yearly crime rate of 93.37 (year) or 7.78 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Stafford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stafford)CrimesRank (Stafford)CrimesRank (Stafford)
Forebridge150 12,171 11,453 1
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
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

Fulford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (4 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 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20257
December 20244
November 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20244
August 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 141 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202513
January 20257
December 202411
November 202412
October 202412
September 20249
August 202411
July 202413
June 202426
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20251
November 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
April 20242

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Fulford in March 2025

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

1. Aynsley'S Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
2. Hilltop Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
3. Ridgway Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Moss Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
5. Stallington Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Field Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Ash Grove (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Adamthwaite Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Meadow Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Hoffman Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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