Crime Rate in Wyre Forest: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wyre Forest

The total recorded crimes in Wyre Forest, Wyre Forest in January 2025 are around 810 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wyre Forest crime rate of 7.97 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 Wyre Forest, encompassing approximately 101,609 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (277) incidents (15.42% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (138) incidents (62.35% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (85) incidents (80.85% increase)
Wyre Forest Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park Lane with total crimes: 26
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 16
  • Witley Close with total crimes: 10

Wyre Forest Police Info:

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How safe is Wyre Forest?

To understand the safety of Wyre Forest, we need to analyze Wyre Forest crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Wyre Forest has recorded 10,222 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 100.60 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 130 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 9,549 crimes with a crime rate of 93.98, ranking it 136 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Worcestershire:

    • In 2024, Wyre Forest reported a higher crime volume than the Worcestershire average, with 10,222 crimes compared to 9,090. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Wyre Forest recorded fewer crimes than 4 out of 5 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wyre Forest experienced a greater number of crimes than the Worcestershire average, with 9,549 crimes compared to 8,842. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Wyre Forest recorded fewer crimes than 3 out of 5 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Wyre Forest is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Worcestershire, Wyre Forest has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Wyre Forest Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Aggborough & Spennells (167 crimes), and the safest, Lickhill (12 crimes), is 155 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Wyre Forest.

Similarly, the area of Kidderminster Town (160 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Stourport Lickhill & Burlish (24 crimes), with a difference of 136 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Wyre Forest.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Aggborough & Spennells167
Blakebrook & Habberley South132
Foley Park & Hoobrook106
Mitton85
Broadwaters66

Safest Wards:

Areley Kings & Riverside45
Bewdley & Rock33
Offmore & Comberton30
Wribbenhall & Arley22
Lickhill12

Most Dangerous Areas:

Kidderminster Town160
Foley Park104
Stourport Mitton & Wilden85
Birchen Coppice69
Habberley61

Safest Areas:

Stourport Areley Kings33
Greenhill29
Bewdley East & Upper Arley28
Bewdley West, Ribbesford & Far Forest27
Stourport Lickhill & Burlish24

Wyre Forest Crime Statstics

In January 2025 the Wyre Forest has recorded 810 crimes with crime rate of 7.97 ranking 107th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 2 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 2 in terms of crime rate in Worcestershire.

In 2024, the total Wyre Forest crimes were 10,222. The crime rate of Wyre Forest in 2024 was 100.60 (year) or 8.38 (month) ranking it 130 danzarous in the UK. Wyre Forest ranked 2 in terms of total crimes and 2 in terms of crime rate in Worcestershire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wyre Forest were around 9,549 crimes with yearly crime rate of 93.98 (year) or 7.83 (month) ranking 136 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Worcestershire, Wyre Forest ranked 3 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 2 as per crime rate of Wyre Forest

CityJanuary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Worcestershire)CrimesRank (Worcestershire)CrimesRank (Worcestershire)
Malvern Hills408 65,269 65,428 6
Bromsgrove555 47,559 57,261 5
Wychavon703 510,125 49,956 4
Redditch570 38,253 38,012 3
Worcester938 113,110 112,849 1

Wyre Forest Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (277 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (138 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 240 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 85 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (249 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (114 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (295 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (140 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (233 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (122 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (265 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (190 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 256 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 172 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (588 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (332 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 81 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 10.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202510
December 20245
November 202411
October 20241
September 202411
August 20248
July 202413
June 202422

A total of 27 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244

A total of 516 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 64.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202569
December 202450
November 202447
October 202471
September 202456
August 202465
July 202454
June 2024104

A total of 2403 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 300.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 588 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025277
December 2024240
November 2024249
October 2024295
September 2024233
August 2024265
July 2024256
June 2024588

A total of 649 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 81.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 162 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202585
December 202447
November 202466
October 202475
September 202466
August 202488
July 202460
June 2024162

A total of 1293 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 161.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 332 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025138
December 202485
November 2024114
October 2024140
September 2024122
August 2024190
July 2024172
June 2024332

A total of 44 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 6.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20245
November 20246
October 20244
September 20243
July 20245
June 202420

A total of 341 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 42.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 94 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202536
December 202437
November 202440
October 202443
September 202444
August 202427
July 202420
June 202494

A total of 390 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 48.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202548
December 202449
November 202444
October 202448
September 202431
August 202450
July 202436
June 202484

A total of 125 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 15.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202524
December 202414
November 202413
October 202418
September 202410
August 202414
July 202412
June 202420

A total of 497 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 62.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 122 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202543
December 202452
November 202448
October 202461
September 202452
August 202466
July 202453
June 2024122

A total of 42 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243
July 20247
June 202412

A total of 139 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 17.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202518
December 202417
November 202411
October 202415
September 20249
August 202419
July 202414
June 202436

A total of 596 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 74.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 164 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202552
December 202465
November 202458
October 202473
September 202464
August 202456
July 202464
June 2024164

High Crime Locations Wyre Forest in January 2025

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

1. Park Lane (Map)
Total26
Shoplifting15
Violence and sexual offences9
Other crime1
Burglary1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting12
Anti-social behaviour4
3. Witley Close (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1
4. Aintree Close (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences8
5. Park Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Possession of weapons1
Drugs1
6. Lea Castle Drive (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Other crime1
Criminal damage and arson1
Anti-social behaviour1

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