Crime Rate in Droitwich Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Droitwich Central

The total recorded crimes in Droitwich Central, Wychavon, UK in May 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Droitwich Central crime rate of 2.15 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 Droitwich Central, encompassing approximately 6,517 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Bicycle theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Droitwich Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ombersley Street West with total crimes: 2
  • Burrish Street with total crimes: 1
  • Spa Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Droitwich Central?

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

  • Relative to Wychavon:

    • In 2024, Droitwich Central demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wychavon average, with 183 crimes compared to 316.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Droitwich Central recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 31 other areas in the Wychavon.

    • In 2023, Droitwich Central had fewer crimes than the Wychavon average, with 212 crimes compared to 311. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Droitwich Central recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 31 other areas in the Wychavon.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Droitwich Central Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Droitwich Central has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 2.15 ranking 23th out of 31 in the Wychavon, UK

In 2024, the total Droitwich Central crimes were 183. The crime rate of Droitwich Central in 2024 was 28.08 (year) or 2.34 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Wychavon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Droitwich Central were around 212 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.53 (year) or 2.71 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Wychavon.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Droitwich Central)CrimesRank (Droitwich Central)CrimesRank (Droitwich Central)
Pershore74 31,034 21,161 1
Bengeworth81 11,075 1759 3
Evesham North75 2936 3876 2
Droitwich East47 4543 5662 4
Droitwich West43 6586 4514 6
Little Hampton43 5465 7585 5
Lovett and North Claines31 7514 6424 7
Drakes Broughton30 8339 10378 8
Droitwich South West28 10364 8354 9
Evesham South26 12347 9353 10
Norton and Whittington30 9285 12266 13
Upton Snodsbury26 11278 13275 11
Great Hampton25 13295 11267 12
Hartlebury21 17258 14262 14
Dodderhill24 14187 20143 24
Broadway and Wickhamford21 16191 19261 15
Droitwich South East17 20244 15129 25
Pinvin22 15239 16213 18
The Littletons17 19214 17225 16
Harvington and Norton18 18210 18223 17
Inkberrow16 22184 21209 20
Honeybourne and Pebworth13 25141 24197 21
Eckington17 21140 25124 26
Badsey10 30146 23158 22
Bretforton and Offenham10 29118 28148 23
Bowbrook14 24106 2990 31
Elmley Castle and Somerville10 28126 26117 27
Fladbury12 2695 3078 32
Ombersley10 27122 2790 30
South Bredon Hill6 3166 32108 28
Bredon5 3294 3195 29

Droitwich Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 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 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (8 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 20252
February 20255
January 20258
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20245
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 89 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.85 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202514
March 20257
February 20258
January 20255
December 20243
November 20248
October 20247
September 20242
August 20246
July 20246
June 202410
May 20246

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
July 20241

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243
July 20242
May 20243

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
June 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
May 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Droitwich Central in May 2025

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

1. Ombersley Street West (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Burrish Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Spa Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Westcroft Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Ombersley Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Dowles Croft (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Droitwich Spa Station (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1
8. St Richard'S Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Steynors Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Ombersley Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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