Crime Rate in Aldridge North and Walsall Wood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aldridge North and Walsall Wood

The total recorded crimes in Aldridge North and Walsall Wood, Walsall, UK in July 2025 are around 114 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aldridge North and Walsall Wood crime rate of 5.76 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 Aldridge North and Walsall Wood, encompassing approximately 19,803 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (20.59% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (13) incidents (8.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
Aldridge North and Walsall Wood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8
  • Boatman'S Lane with total crimes: 8
  • Lichfield Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Aldridge North and Walsall Wood?

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

  • Relative to Walsall:

    • In 2024, Aldridge North and Walsall Wood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Walsall average, with 1200 crimes compared to 1640.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Aldridge North and Walsall Wood recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Walsall.

    • In 2023, Aldridge North and Walsall Wood had fewer crimes than the Walsall average, with 1,207 crimes compared to 1,655. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aldridge North and Walsall Wood recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Walsall.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Walsall, Aldridge North and Walsall Wood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Aldridge North and Walsall Wood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Aldridge North and Walsall Wood has recorded 114 crimes with crime rate of 5.76 ranking 9th out of 19 in the Walsall, UK

In 2024, the total Aldridge North and Walsall Wood crimes were 1,200. The crime rate of Aldridge North and Walsall Wood in 2024 was 60.60 (year) or 5.05 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Walsall.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aldridge North and Walsall Wood were around 1,207 crimes with yearly crime rate of 60.95 (year) or 5.08 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Walsall.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Aldridge North and Walsall Wood)CrimesRank (Aldridge North and Walsall Wood)CrimesRank (Aldridge North and Walsall Wood)
Birchills Leamore341 14,699 14,553 1
Willenhall South263 22,979 22,927 2
Pleck192 42,594 42,834 3
St Matthew's208 32,907 32,427 4
Bentley and Darlaston North136 82,019 52,187 5
Darlaston South175 51,812 71,920 7
Blakenall146 71,754 82,095 6
Bloxwich West157 61,921 61,582 8
Palfrey114 101,474 91,537 9
Brownhills91 131,445 101,404 10
Bloxwich East109 111,213 121,255 11
Aldridge Central and South98 121,302 111,138 15
Willenhall North75 141,065 151,228 12
Rushall-Shelfield63 171,032 161,178 14
Short Heath65 161,098 141,070 16
Pelsall70 15765 17812 17
Paddock60 18629 18747 18
Pheasey Park Farm33 19544 19520 19
Streetly21 20349 20478 20

Aldridge North and Walsall Wood 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 41 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (41 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (26 incidents) also being high.

In August 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 124 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.27 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20254
May 20259
April 20256
March 20255
February 20256
January 202513
December 20246
November 202421
October 202417
September 202426

A total of 401 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 45 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202541
June 202534
May 202531
April 202533
March 202541
February 202530
January 202540
December 202445
November 202436
October 202431
September 202438
August 20241

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20254
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 111 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202512
May 202516
April 202518
March 202513
February 20258
January 20257
December 20246
November 20247
October 202411

A total of 114 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202510
May 202511
April 20257
March 202513
February 20257
January 20255
December 202410
November 20249
October 202420
September 202410

A total of 60 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20254
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
January 20259
December 20248
November 20244
October 20245
September 20245

A total of 49 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20243
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 97 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.82 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202513
May 20256
April 202514
March 202512
February 20254
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 202412
September 202411

A total of 59 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20257
April 20253
March 20252
February 20257
January 20259
December 20245
November 20249
October 20243
September 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
November 20242
September 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
December 20241
October 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
March 20252

High Crime Locations Aldridge North and Walsall Wood in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aldridge North and Walsall Wood postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Boatman'S Lane (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Lichfield Road (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Bradbury Close (Map)
Total6
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Bridgwater Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
6. Brownhills Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Shire Lea (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Chandlers Keep (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Lichfield Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Shire Ridge (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1

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