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 March 2025 are around 104 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aldridge North and Walsall Wood crime rate of 5.25 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (36.67% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (13) incidents (62.50% increase)
Aldridge North and Walsall Wood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lichfield Road with total crimes: 9
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6
  • Lichfield Road with total crimes: 5

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Aldridge North and Walsall Wood has recorded 104 crimes with crime rate of 5.25 ranking 10th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Walsall)CrimesRank (Walsall)CrimesRank (Walsall)
Birchills Leamore390 14,699 14,553 1
Willenhall South220 22,979 22,927 2
Pleck211 42,594 42,834 3
St Matthew's217 32,907 32,427 4
Bentley and Darlaston North149 62,019 52,187 5
Blakenall160 51,754 82,095 6
Bloxwich West124 81,921 61,582 8
Darlaston South142 71,812 71,920 7
Palfrey109 91,474 91,537 9
Brownhills97 121,445 101,404 10
Bloxwich East100 111,213 121,255 11
Aldridge Central and South79 141,302 111,138 15
Willenhall North72 161,065 151,228 12
Short Heath80 131,098 141,070 16
Rushall-Shelfield76 151,032 161,178 14
Pelsall67 17765 17812 17
Paddock52 18629 18747 18
Pheasey Park Farm40 19544 19520 19
Streetly33 20349 20478 20

Aldridge North and Walsall Wood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (56 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 117 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 20255
December 202410
November 20249
October 202420
September 202410
July 202410
June 202418
May 20247
April 20248

A total of 427 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 35.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202530
January 202540
December 202445
November 202436
October 202431
September 202438
August 20241
July 202436
June 202460
May 202434
April 202435

A total of 93 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20258
January 20257
December 20246
November 20247
October 202411
July 20249
June 202420
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20254
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 202412
September 202411
July 202425
June 202424
May 20248
April 20248

A total of 64 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20243
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243
July 20248
June 202412
May 20244
April 202411

A total of 63 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20259
December 20248
November 20244
October 20245
September 20245
July 20244
June 202410
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 62 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20257
January 20259
December 20245
November 20249
October 20243
September 20244
July 20243
June 202410
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 208 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 202513
December 20246
November 202421
October 202417
September 202426
July 202420
June 202456
May 202427
April 202411

A total of 4 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
June 20242

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
September 20241
July 20243
June 20242

High Crime Locations Aldridge North and Walsall Wood in March 2025

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

1. Lichfield Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Lichfield Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
4. Bradbury Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Robbery1
6. Steep Bridge Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
7. Copperbeech Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
8. High Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. King Street (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bridgwater Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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