Crime Rate in Sandford Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sandford Hill

The total recorded crimes in Sandford Hill, Stoke-on-Trent, UK in July 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sandford Hill crime rate of 3.81 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 Sandford Hill, encompassing approximately 16,287 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (31.82% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Sandford Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Field Place with total crimes: 5
  • Ramshaw Grove with total crimes: 5
  • Wolstern Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Sandford Hill?

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

  • Relative to Stoke-on-Trent:

    • In 2024, Sandford Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Stoke-on-Trent average, with 575 crimes compared to 1067.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sandford Hill recorded fewer crimes than 30 out of 36 other areas in the Stoke-on-Trent.

    • In 2023, Sandford Hill had fewer crimes than the Stoke-on-Trent average, with 610 crimes compared to 985. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sandford Hill recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 36 other areas in the Stoke-on-Trent.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Stoke-on-Trent, Sandford Hill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Sandford Hill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Sandford Hill has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 3.81 ranking 24th out of 36 in the Stoke-on-Trent, UK

In 2024, the total Sandford Hill crimes were 575. The crime rate of Sandford Hill in 2024 was 35.30 (year) or 2.94 (month) ranking it 31 dangerous area in the Stoke-on-Trent.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sandford Hill were around 610 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.45 (year) or 3.12 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the Stoke-on-Trent.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sandford Hill)CrimesRank (Sandford Hill)CrimesRank (Sandford Hill)
Joiner's Square398 15,087 13,831 1
Penkhull and Stoke211 22,194 22,132 2
Bentilee and Ubberley148 51,908 31,894 3
Birches Head and Central Forest Park186 31,874 41,552 6
Etruria and Hanley175 41,736 61,770 4
Broadway and Longton East140 61,791 51,563 5
Fenton East133 71,271 111,430 7
Baddeley, Milton and Norton106 131,571 71,393 8
Burslem Central109 121,524 81,006 13
Abbey Hulton and Townsend130 81,333 101,352 9
Tunstall110 111,487 91,279 11
Fenton West and Mount Pleasant124 91,192 121,296 10
Hanley Park and Shelton116 101,152 131,257 12
Blurton West and Newstead102 141,037 14983 14
Little Chell and Stanfield68 211,000 15929 15
Springfields and Trent Vale85 15699 23697 20
Great Chell and Packmoor69 20920 16847 16
Boothen and Oak Hill80 16601 28519 32
Ford Green and Smallthorne66 23853 17774 17
Moorcroft79 17721 22672 21
Meir South72 18781 18771 18
Meir North67 22775 19744 19
Burslem Park71 19761 20659 22
Goldenhill and Sandyford57 28732 21570 29
Hartshill and Basford61 25511 32618 23
Sneyd Green44 31649 24548 30
Eaton Park44 32599 29609 25
Dresden and Florence58 27635 25586 27
Hollybush and Longton West52 29615 26592 26
Hanford and Trentham60 26609 27539 31
Bradeley and Chell Heath44 30590 30571 28
Lightwood North and Normacot38 33369 34458 33
Meir Park34 34388 33414 34
Blurton East20 36322 36334 35
Weston Coyney16 37345 35331 36
Meir Hay23 35280 37304 37

Sandford Hill 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 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 130 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202520
May 202516
April 202516
March 202516
February 20257
January 20255
December 20248
November 20247
October 20245
September 20249
August 20246

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254
January 20256
November 20245
October 20246
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 222 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202522
May 202514
April 202518
March 202527
February 20258
January 202522
December 202412
November 202414
October 202416
September 202428
August 202412

A total of 52 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20256
April 20254
March 20252
February 20254
January 20256
December 20241
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
January 20255
December 20242
August 20241

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 23 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20247

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20251
January 20251
December 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20251
November 20242

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Sandford Hill in July 2025

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

1. Field Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
2. Ramshaw Grove (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
3. Wolstern Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
5. Beeston Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Cornwall Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Somerton Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Sark Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Broadlawns Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Pevensey Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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