Crime Rate in Bushbury South and Low Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bushbury South and Low Hill

The total recorded crimes in Bushbury South and Low Hill, Wolverhampton, UK in March 2025 are around 140 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bushbury South and Low Hill crime rate of 2.70 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 Bushbury South and Low Hill, encompassing approximately 51,913 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (77) incidents (4.05% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Bushbury South and Low Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Simpson Grove with total crimes: 8
  • Neve Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Clare Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Bushbury South and Low Hill?

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

  • Relative to Wolverhampton:

    • In 2024, Bushbury South and Low Hill reported a higher crime volume than the Wolverhampton average, with 2,050 crimes compared to 1,618. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bushbury South and Low Hill witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bushbury South and Low Hill experienced a greater number of crimes than the Wolverhampton average, with 2,455 crimes compared to 1,658. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bushbury South and Low Hill witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wolverhampton, Bushbury South and Low Hill has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Bushbury South and Low Hill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bushbury South and Low Hill has recorded 140 crimes with crime rate of 2.70 ranking 6th out of 19 in the Wolverhampton, UK

In 2024, the total Bushbury South and Low Hill crimes were 2,050. The crime rate of Bushbury South and Low Hill in 2024 was 39.49 (year) or 3.29 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Wolverhampton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bushbury South and Low Hill were around 2,455 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.29 (year) or 3.94 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Wolverhampton.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wolverhampton)CrimesRank (Wolverhampton)CrimesRank (Wolverhampton)
St Peter's304 13,842 13,626 1
Ettingshall229 32,866 33,039 2
Heath Town253 23,208 22,925 3
Bilston East176 42,477 42,629 4
Wednesfield South161 52,107 52,054 6
Graiseley135 71,527 91,915 7
Park119 91,714 71,581 9
East Park119 81,619 81,646 8
Blakenhall110 101,511 101,464 10
Fallings Park109 111,507 111,402 11
Bilston North103 121,111 131,255 12
Bushbury North95 131,145 121,238 13
Spring Vale75 14938 14999 14
Wednesfield North63 18795 18926 15
Merry Hill68 15855 15905 17
Oxley66 17848 17926 16
Tettenhall Wightwick67 16849 16744 19
Penn61 19749 19785 18
Tettenhall Regis56 20652 20638 20

Bushbury South and Low Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (77 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 74 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (101 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 76 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (79 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (82 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (73 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 75 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (140 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (83 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (82 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 29 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.14 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
November 20243
September 20243
July 202410
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 942 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 85.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 140 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202577
February 202574
January 2025101
December 202476
November 202479
October 202482
September 202473
July 202475
June 2024140
May 202483
April 202482

A total of 12 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 134 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 20259
December 20248
November 202412
October 202410
September 202416
July 202418
June 202428
May 202410
April 202411

A total of 102 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 20249
October 20249
September 20247
July 20248
June 202432
May 20245
April 202415

A total of 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20255
December 202411
November 202417
October 202412
September 20249
July 202415
June 202428
May 202419
April 202410

A total of 88 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
November 20247
October 20247
September 20248
July 20241
June 202426
May 20249
April 202416

A total of 69 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20252
January 20258
December 20244
November 20247
October 20247
September 20241
July 20246
June 202414
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 136 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202511
January 202511
December 202412
November 202410
October 20247
September 202411
July 202411
June 202420
May 202414
April 202413

A total of 103 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20259
December 20246
November 20247
October 202412
September 20247
July 202412
June 202420
May 20244
April 202413

A total of 44 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 12 reported cases.

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

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 81 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 202512
December 20243
November 20247
October 20246
September 20247
July 20248
June 202416
May 20248
April 202410

A total of 14 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
July 20242
June 20244
April 20241

High Crime Locations Bushbury South and Low Hill in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bushbury South and Low Hill postcode area is presented below.

1. Simpson Grove (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
2. Neve Avenue (Map)
Total6
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Clare Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Fourth Avenue (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Morrison Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Melverton Avenue (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Jenks Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
8. Raynor Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Humphries Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
10. Newport Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4

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