Crime Rate in Norton and Whittington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Norton and Whittington

The total recorded crimes in Norton and Whittington, Wychavon, UK in March 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Norton and Whittington crime rate of 16.86 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 Norton and Whittington, encompassing approximately 1,541 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Norton and Whittington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wadborough Road with total crimes: 8
  • Skylark Rise with total crimes: 5
  • Berkeley Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Norton and Whittington?

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

  • Relative to Wychavon:

    • In 2024, Norton and Whittington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wychavon average, with 285 crimes compared to 316.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Norton and Whittington witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 31 other cities.

    • In 2023, Norton and Whittington had fewer crimes than the Wychavon average, with 266 crimes compared to 311. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Norton and Whittington witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 31 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Norton and Whittington Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Norton and Whittington has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 16.86 ranking 12th out of 31 in the Wychavon, UK

In 2024, the total Norton and Whittington crimes were 285. The crime rate of Norton and Whittington in 2024 was 184.84 (year) or 15.40 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Wychavon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Norton and Whittington were around 266 crimes with yearly crime rate of 172.51 (year) or 14.38 (month) ranking 13 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
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
Dodderhill15 22187 20143 24
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

Norton and Whittington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 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 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 127 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20254
January 202513
December 20248
November 20245
October 20245
September 20249
August 202410
July 20246
June 202426
May 202416
April 20249

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242
July 20241
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20246
July 20244
June 202416
May 20248
April 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20248

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
June 20246
May 20245
April 20241

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 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242

High Crime Locations Norton and Whittington in March 2025

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

1. Wadborough Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Skylark Rise (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Berkeley Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Wilmot Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
5. Swinesherd Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Mons Drive (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. Woodbury Park (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Church Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Leslie Walk (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Fleetwood Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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