Crime Rate in Rowley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rowley

The total recorded crimes in Rowley, Stafford, UK in July 2025 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rowley crime rate of 0.40 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 Rowley, encompassing approximately 27,402 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Rowley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lineker Close with total crimes: 4
  • Mayock Crescent with total crimes: 2
  • Lara Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Rowley?

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

  • Relative to Stafford:

    • In 2024, Rowley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stafford average, with 110 crimes compared to 508.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rowley recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Stafford.

    • In 2023, Rowley had fewer crimes than the Stafford average, with 80 crimes compared to 427. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rowley recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Stafford.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rowley Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rowley has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 0.40 ranking 21th out of 22 in the Stafford, UK

In 2024, the total Rowley crimes were 110. The crime rate of Rowley in 2024 was 40.03 (year) or 3.34 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Stafford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rowley were around 80 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.60 (year) or 3.47 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Stafford.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rowley)CrimesRank (Rowley)CrimesRank (Rowley)
Forebridge172 12,171 11,453 1
Coton96 2910 2865 2
Highfields & Western Downs59 6761 5724 3
Manor75 3878 3714 4
St Michael's & Stonefield65 4866 4682 5
Swynnerton & Oulton63 5433 12400 10
Walton32 14646 6492 6
Eccleshall41 11507 8473 7
Common43 10566 7460 8
Milwich55 7467 10308 13
Seighford & Church Eaton47 8307 15286 15
Penkside46 9472 9413 9
Holmcroft30 16456 11384 11
Fulford34 12313 14384 12
Haywood & Hixon31 15342 13293 14
Doxey & Castletown33 13293 16283 16
Gnosall & Woodseaves24 17252 18251 17
Littleworth13 18273 17241 18
Baswich10 22206 20218 19
Barlaston6 23217 19161 21
Weeping Cross & Wildwood13 19133 21203 20
Milford12 20106 2349 23

Rowley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 68 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20259
May 20257
April 20257
March 20255
February 20258
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
August 20241

A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20255
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
November 20241
October 20244

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20252
October 20242
September 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252

High Crime Locations Rowley in July 2025

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

1. Lineker Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Mayock Crescent (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Lara Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Leys Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Newport Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Beechcroft Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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