Crime Rate in Mercian: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mercian

The total recorded crimes in Mercian, Tamworth, UK in May 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mercian crime rate of 2.23 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 Mercian, encompassing approximately 16,130 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (18.18% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Mercian Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lomond Close with total crimes: 3
  • Byron Road with total crimes: 3
  • Chaucer Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Mercian?

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

  • Relative to Tamworth:

    • In 2024, Mercian demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Tamworth average, with 463 crimes compared to 688.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Mercian recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 9 other areas in the Tamworth.

    • In 2023, Mercian had fewer crimes than the Tamworth average, with 413 crimes compared to 698. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Mercian recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 9 other areas in the Tamworth.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Mercian Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Mercian has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 2.23 ranking 9th out of 9 in the Tamworth, UK

In 2024, the total Mercian crimes were 463. The crime rate of Mercian in 2024 was 28.70 (year) or 2.39 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Tamworth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mercian were around 413 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.60 (year) or 2.13 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Tamworth.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mercian)CrimesRank (Mercian)CrimesRank (Mercian)
Castle155 11,824 11,737 1
Glascote57 3660 4843 2
Belgrave65 2754 2709 3
Spital48 6661 3492 8
Amington52 5578 6690 4
Bolehall55 4659 5674 5
Wilnecote36 8565 7631 6
Stonydelph48 7479 8547 7
Trinity21 10237 10244 10

Mercian Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Vehicle crime 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 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 231 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 17.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202511
March 202519
February 202512
January 202518
December 202414
November 202419
October 202417
September 202422
August 202419
July 202410
June 202440
May 202417

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243
July 20245
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 55 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.23 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20255
March 20257
February 20257
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.46 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20256
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20254
March 20255
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
September 20243
August 20246
July 20242
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 36 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20256
March 20256
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20249

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
November 20241
September 20241
July 20242

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
June 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Mercian in May 2025

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

1. Lomond Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Byron Road (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Chaucer Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Helmingham (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Clifton Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
6. Thackeray Drive (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Falna Crescent (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Watchman Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Telford Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Southey Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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