Crime Rate in Dodderhill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dodderhill

The total recorded crimes in Dodderhill, Wychavon, UK in March 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dodderhill crime rate of 22.19 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 Dodderhill, encompassing approximately 675 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (233.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Dodderhill Crime Hotspots

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

  • East Close with total crimes: 2
  • Ford Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Webb Drive with total crimes: 1

How safe is Dodderhill?

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

  • Relative to Wychavon:

    • In 2024, Dodderhill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wychavon average, with 187 crimes compared to 316.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dodderhill recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 31 other cities.

    • In 2023, Dodderhill had fewer crimes than the Wychavon average, with 143 crimes compared to 311. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dodderhill recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 31 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wychavon, Dodderhill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Dodderhill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Dodderhill has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 22.19 ranking 22th out of 31 in the Wychavon, UK

In 2024, the total Dodderhill crimes were 187. The crime rate of Dodderhill in 2024 was 276.67 (year) or 23.06 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Wychavon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dodderhill were around 143 crimes with yearly crime rate of 211.57 (year) or 17.63 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the Wychavon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wychavon)CrimesRank (Wychavon)CrimesRank (Wychavon)
Pershore68 31,034 21,161 1
Bengeworth90 11,075 1759 3
Evesham North68 2936 3876 2
Droitwich East47 5543 5662 4
Droitwich West55 4586 4514 6
Little Hampton33 8465 7585 5
Lovett and North Claines29 11514 6424 7
Droitwich South West44 6364 8354 9
Upton Snodsbury35 7278 13275 11
Drakes Broughton14 24339 10378 8
Evesham South31 9347 9353 10
Great Hampton29 10295 11267 12
Norton and Whittington26 12285 12266 13
Hartlebury24 13258 14262 14
Pinvin21 14239 16213 18
Broadway and Wickhamford16 20191 19261 15
Droitwich South East19 16244 15129 25
Badsey20 15146 23158 22
The Littletons17 19214 17225 16
Harvington and Norton18 18210 18223 17
Eckington18 17140 25124 26
Droitwich Central13 25183 22212 19
Inkberrow16 21184 21209 20
Honeybourne and Pebworth10 27141 24197 21
Bretforton and Offenham8 29118 28148 23
Fladbury15 2395 3078 32
Elmley Castle and Somerville8 30126 26117 27
Bowbrook11 26106 2990 31
Ombersley7 32122 2790 30
South Bredon Hill9 2866 32108 28
Bredon7 3194 3195 29

Dodderhill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20249
September 20245
August 20248
July 20241
June 202414
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Dodderhill in March 2025

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

1. East Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Ford Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
3. Webb Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Walkmill Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Bridge Croft (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. De Wyche Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Salwarpe Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Paper Mill Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Stoke Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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