Crime Rate in Blakebrook & Habberley South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blakebrook & Habberley South

The total recorded crimes in Blakebrook & Habberley South, Wyre Forest, UK in March 2025 are around 106 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blakebrook & Habberley South crime rate of 5.37 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 Blakebrook & Habberley South, encompassing approximately 19,726 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Shoplifting: (33) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (5.00% increase)
Blakebrook & Habberley South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park Lane with total crimes: 20
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 14
  • Lower Mill Street with total crimes: 8

How safe is Blakebrook & Habberley South?

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

  • Relative to Wyre Forest:

    • In 2024, Blakebrook & Habberley South reported a higher crime volume than the Wyre Forest average, with 1,333 crimes compared to 852. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Blakebrook & Habberley South witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blakebrook & Habberley South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Wyre Forest average, with 1,302 crimes compared to 796. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Blakebrook & Habberley South witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wyre Forest, Blakebrook & Habberley South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Blakebrook & Habberley South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blakebrook & Habberley South has recorded 106 crimes with crime rate of 5.37 ranking 3th out of 11 in the Wyre Forest, UK

In 2024, the total Blakebrook & Habberley South crimes were 1,333. The crime rate of Blakebrook & Habberley South in 2024 was 67.57 (year) or 5.63 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blakebrook & Habberley South were around 1,302 crimes with yearly crime rate of 66.00 (year) or 5.50 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wyre Forest)CrimesRank (Wyre Forest)CrimesRank (Wyre Forest)
Aggborough & Spennells169 12,111 11,547 1
Foley Park & Hoobrook112 21,063 31,003 4
Broadwaters64 4937 51,136 3
Mitton44 9940 4916 5
Wyre Forest Rural63 5531 10554 10
Franche & Habberley North54 8864 6805 6
Offmore & Comberton56 6585 9575 9
Bewdley & Rock40 10696 8640 7
Areley Kings & Riverside56 7763 7633 8
Wribbenhall & Arley26 11252 11315 11
Lickhill6 12147 12123 12

Blakebrook & Habberley South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (33 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (32 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (60 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (54 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 297 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202533
February 202518
January 202532
December 202414
November 202423
October 202425
September 202416
August 202423
July 202421
June 202460
May 202421
April 202411

A total of 379 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202520
January 202550
December 202425
November 202432
October 202435
September 202426
August 202426
July 202417
June 202454
May 202436
April 202426

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 241 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202520
January 202518
December 202415
November 202416
October 202416
September 20249
August 202416
July 202419
June 202446
May 202418
April 202427

A total of 64 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 202416
July 20243
June 202410
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 202410
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 122 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20254
December 20248
November 20248
October 202412
September 202411
August 202416
July 202412
June 202422
May 20249
April 202410

A total of 76 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20258
December 20247
November 20246
October 20246
September 20248
August 20246
July 20241
June 20246
May 202410
April 202410

A total of 82 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20258
January 20257
December 20247
November 20244
October 202410
September 20246
August 20247
July 20244
June 202410
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
July 20243
June 20246

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20251
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
June 20244
May 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Blakebrook & Habberley South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Blakebrook & Habberley South postcode area is presented below.

1. Park Lane (Map)
Total20
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Public order1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting10
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
3. Lower Mill Street (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour7
Shoplifting1
4. Park Butts Ringway (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Burglary1
Other theft1
5. Roundhill Wharf (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Other crime1
7. St John'S Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
9. Black Horse Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Habberley Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3

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