Crime Rate in Bloxwich East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bloxwich East

The total recorded crimes in Bloxwich East, Walsall, UK in March 2025 are around 100 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bloxwich East crime rate of 3.44 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 Bloxwich East, encompassing approximately 29,054 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (32.43% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (57.14% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-44.44% decrease)
Bloxwich East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Booth Street with total crimes: 7
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7
  • Booth Close with total crimes: 6

How safe is Bloxwich East?

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

  • Relative to Walsall:

    • In 2024, Bloxwich East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Walsall average, with 1213 crimes compared to 1640.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bloxwich East recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bloxwich East had fewer crimes than the Walsall average, with 1,255 crimes compared to 1,655. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bloxwich East recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Walsall, Bloxwich East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bloxwich East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bloxwich East has recorded 100 crimes with crime rate of 3.44 ranking 11th out of 19 in the Walsall, UK

In 2024, the total Bloxwich East crimes were 1,213. The crime rate of Bloxwich East in 2024 was 41.75 (year) or 3.48 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Walsall.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bloxwich East were around 1,255 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.19 (year) or 3.60 (month) ranking 11 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
Aldridge North and Walsall Wood104 101,200 131,207 13
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

Bloxwich East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (32 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (11 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 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (46 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 33 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 476 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 39.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202549
February 202537
January 202552
December 202424
November 202443
October 202433
September 202437
August 20241
July 202435
June 202476
May 202447
April 202442

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20259
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 202413
September 202410
July 202418
June 202446
May 202414
April 202416

A total of 27 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
October 20243
September 20243
July 20243
June 20242
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 74 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.73 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20254
December 202411
November 202410
October 20243
September 20246
July 202410
June 20244
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 35 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
July 20245
June 20242
May 20243
April 20249

A total of 131 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 202512
December 20249
November 202413
October 20248
September 20246
July 202414
June 202428
May 202417
April 20246

A total of 57 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 202510
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20245
July 20242
June 20242
May 20249
April 20246

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 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 20247
October 20244
September 20247
July 20244
June 202410
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 54 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
July 20244
June 202412
May 202410
April 20246

A total of 22 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 106 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20256
December 20245
November 20247
October 202432
September 202411
July 20246
June 202410
May 20245
April 202414

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Bloxwich East in March 2025

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

1. Booth Street (Map)
Total7
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Booth Close (Map)
Total6
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
4. The Exchange (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Burglary2
Vehicle crime1
5. Buxton Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Millfield Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
7. Barracks Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Dee Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
9. Valley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Pinfold (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1

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