Crime Rate in Milwich: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Milwich

The total recorded crimes in Milwich, Stafford, UK in March 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Milwich crime rate of 20.66 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 Milwich, encompassing approximately 1,403 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Milwich Crime Hotspots

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

  • Beacon Way with total crimes: 13
  • Avondale Circle with total crimes: 2
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 2

How safe is Milwich?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Milwich demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 467 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Milwich witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Milwich had fewer crimes than the Stafford average, with 308 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Milwich recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Milwich Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Milwich has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 20.66 ranking 12th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Milwich crimes were 467. The crime rate of Milwich in 2024 was 332.67 (year) or 27.72 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Milwich were around 308 crimes with yearly crime rate of 219.40 (year) or 18.28 (month) ranking 13 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
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

Milwich Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 208 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202514
January 202513
December 202415
November 202416
October 202419
September 202411
August 202413
July 202425
June 202436
May 202413
April 202421

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243
July 20246
June 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

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
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 49 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20246
July 20242
June 202414
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20256
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20249
June 20244
May 20243
April 202411

A total of 50 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20255
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 202412
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 20244

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20246
June 20248
May 20243
April 20243

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Milwich in March 2025

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

1. Beacon Way (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
2. Avondale Circle (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Sandon Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
5. Hoomill Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Audlem Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
8. Hopton Lane (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
9. Within Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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