Crime Rate in Bentley and Darlaston North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bentley and Darlaston North

The total recorded crimes in Bentley and Darlaston North, Walsall, UK in July 2025 are around 136 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bentley and Darlaston North crime rate of 4.36 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 Bentley and Darlaston North, encompassing approximately 31,202 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (17) incidents (30.77% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
Bentley and Darlaston North Crime Hotspots

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

  • New Street with total crimes: 12
  • Arnwood Close with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6

How safe is Bentley and Darlaston North?

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

  • Relative to Walsall:

    • In 2024, Bentley and Darlaston North reported a higher crime volume than the Walsall average, with 2,019 crimes compared to 1,640. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bentley and Darlaston North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other areas in the Walsall.

    • In 2023, Bentley and Darlaston North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Walsall average, with 2,187 crimes compared to 1,655. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bentley and Darlaston North witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other areas in the Walsall.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Walsall, Bentley and Darlaston North has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Bentley and Darlaston North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bentley and Darlaston North has recorded 136 crimes with crime rate of 4.36 ranking 8th out of 19 in the Walsall, UK

In 2024, the total Bentley and Darlaston North crimes were 2,019. The crime rate of Bentley and Darlaston North in 2024 was 64.71 (year) or 5.39 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Walsall.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bentley and Darlaston North were around 2,187 crimes with yearly crime rate of 70.09 (year) or 5.84 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Walsall.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bentley and Darlaston North)CrimesRank (Bentley and Darlaston North)CrimesRank (Bentley and Darlaston North)
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
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
Aldridge North and Walsall Wood114 91,200 131,207 13
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

Bentley and Darlaston North 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 49 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (66 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 69 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (59 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (43 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 579 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 52.64 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202549
June 202549
May 202547
April 202566
March 202542
February 202569
January 202540
December 202448
November 202455
October 202459
September 202455

A total of 235 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 21.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202518
May 202516
April 202518
March 202523
February 202513
January 20258
December 202414
November 202434
October 202443
September 202434

A total of 57 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20256
April 20258
March 20251
February 20259
January 20251
December 20244
October 202412
September 20246

A total of 178 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 16.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202514
May 202513
April 202513
March 202521
February 202517
January 20258
December 202413
November 202424
October 202430
September 202415

A total of 158 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.36 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202513
May 202521
April 202510
March 202515
February 202520
January 202510
December 202410
November 202411
October 202411
September 202420

A total of 99 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20257
May 20259
April 20255
March 202516
February 202511
January 20259
December 20244
November 202411
October 20246
September 202410

A total of 68 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.18 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20253
April 20257
March 20256
February 20256
January 20257
December 20249
November 20249
October 20244
September 20245

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
May 20253
April 20251
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243

A total of 26 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20257
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 89 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20255
May 202510
April 20254
March 202514
February 20253
January 20256
December 20246
November 20248
October 202415
September 20248

A total of 25 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20245

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
September 20242

High Crime Locations Bentley and Darlaston North in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bentley and Darlaston North postcode area is presented below.

1. New Street (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting6
Robbery2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Arnwood Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
Theft from the person1
4. Condover Close (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Carriers Close (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime4
Shoplifting1
6. Latches Close (Map)
Total5
Robbery2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
7. Cobden Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
8. Slim Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
9. Lime Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Cook Street (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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