Crime Rate in Blakenall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blakenall

The total recorded crimes in Blakenall, Walsall, UK in July 2025 are around 146 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blakenall crime rate of 4.38 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 Blakenall, encompassing approximately 33,306 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (79) incidents (43.64% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (-45.45% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Blakenall Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 8
  • Henley Close with total crimes: 7
  • Canalside Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Blakenall?

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

  • Relative to Walsall:

    • In 2024, Blakenall reported a higher crime volume than the Walsall average, with 1,754 crimes compared to 1,640. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Blakenall witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other areas in the Walsall.

    • In 2023, Blakenall experienced a greater number of crimes than the Walsall average, with 2,095 crimes compared to 1,655. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Blakenall witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the Walsall.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Blakenall Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Blakenall has recorded 146 crimes with crime rate of 4.38 ranking 7th out of 19 in the Walsall, UK

In 2024, the total Blakenall crimes were 1,754. The crime rate of Blakenall in 2024 was 52.66 (year) or 4.39 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Walsall.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blakenall were around 2,095 crimes with yearly crime rate of 62.90 (year) or 5.24 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Walsall.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blakenall)CrimesRank (Blakenall)CrimesRank (Blakenall)
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
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

Blakenall 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 79 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (65 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (56 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 (81 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 66 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (84 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 60 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (69 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (79 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 164 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202515
May 202516
April 202510
March 202517
February 20258
January 202518
December 202417
November 20249
October 202426
September 202418

A total of 747 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 62.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202579
June 202555
May 202565
April 202556
March 202581
February 202566
January 202584
December 202460
November 202452
October 202469
September 202479
August 20241

A total of 163 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.82 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202522
May 202518
April 202518
March 202515
February 20256
January 202513
December 202415
November 202417
October 202416
September 202411

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20253
April 20253
February 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
September 20242

A total of 93 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202510
May 20259
April 202510
March 20258
February 20257
January 20259
December 202412
November 20244
October 202413
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 120 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
May 202513
April 202510
March 202512
February 20259
January 202513
December 202417
November 202410
October 20249
September 202416

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20257
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20247

A total of 62 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 20257
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
January 20258
December 20242
November 20245
October 20247
September 20244

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20257
April 20253
March 20258
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20247

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20246

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
January 20253
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244

High Crime Locations Blakenall in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total8
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Henley Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Burglary1
Public order1
3. Canalside Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
4. Elm Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
6. Warner Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Jubilee Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
8. Harden Grove (Map)
Total4
Other crime3
Drugs1
9. Goscote Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cannon Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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