Crime Rate in Milford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Milford

The total recorded crimes in Milford, Stafford, UK in March 2025 are around 5 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Milford crime rate of 1.11 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 Milford, encompassing approximately 4,492 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Milford Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Green with total crimes: 2
  • Anson Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Deer Hill with total crimes: 1

How safe is Milford?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Milford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 106 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Milford recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Milford had fewer crimes than the Stafford average, with 49 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Milford recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Milford Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Milford has recorded 5 crimes with crime rate of 1.11 ranking 22th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Milford crimes were 106. The crime rate of Milford in 2024 was 49.19 (year) or 4.10 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Milford were around 49 crimes with yearly crime rate of 66.78 (year) or 5.56 (month) ranking 23 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
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

Milford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (2 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

In February 2025, Criminal damage and arson recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Criminal damage and arson recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 7 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 47 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20254
December 202415
November 20241
September 20242
August 20244
July 20246
June 20248
May 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
July 20243

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

High Crime Locations Milford in March 2025

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

1. The Green (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Anson Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Deer Hill (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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