Crime Rate in Merry Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Merry Hill

The total recorded crimes in Merry Hill, Wolverhampton, UK in March 2025 are around 68 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Merry Hill crime rate of 2.08 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 Merry Hill, encompassing approximately 32,748 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (40.74% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Possession of weapons: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Merry Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chadwick Close with total crimes: 13
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Fareham Crescent with total crimes: 5

How safe is Merry Hill?

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

  • Relative to Wolverhampton:

    • In 2024, Merry Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wolverhampton average, with 855 crimes compared to 1618.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Merry Hill recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Merry Hill had fewer crimes than the Wolverhampton average, with 905 crimes compared to 1,658. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Merry Hill recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wolverhampton, Merry Hill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Merry Hill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Merry Hill has recorded 68 crimes with crime rate of 2.08 ranking 15th out of 19 in the Wolverhampton, UK

In 2024, the total Merry Hill crimes were 855. The crime rate of Merry Hill in 2024 was 26.11 (year) or 2.18 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Wolverhampton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Merry Hill were around 905 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.63 (year) or 2.30 (month) ranking 17 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
Bushbury South and Low Hill140 62,050 62,455 5
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
Oxley66 17848 17926 16
Tettenhall Wightwick67 16849 16744 19
Penn61 19749 19785 18
Tettenhall Regis56 20652 20638 20

Merry 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 (38 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (7 incidents) also being high.

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (82 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 413 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 82 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202527
January 202529
December 202438
November 202445
October 202433
September 202417
July 202450
June 202482
May 202434
April 202420

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
April 20242

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20245
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 68 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20244
September 20247
July 20247
June 202420
May 20243
April 202410

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
July 20244
June 20242
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20247
September 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 69 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20257
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20246
July 20246
June 202424
May 202410
April 20243

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20245
July 20245
June 202414
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
July 20242
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 20244
October 20247
September 20247
July 20246
June 20248
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations Merry Hill in March 2025

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

1. Chadwick Close (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences9
Vehicle crime2
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Fareham Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
4. Boundary Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
5. Star Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
6. West Green (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Highgate Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Hilston Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Springhill Avenue (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1

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