Crime Rate in Franche & Habberley North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Franche & Habberley North

The total recorded crimes in Franche & Habberley North, Wyre Forest, UK in March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Franche & Habberley North crime rate of 2.09 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 Franche & Habberley North, encompassing approximately 25,890 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (450.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
Franche & Habberley North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Broomfield Green with total crimes: 12
  • Willow Court with total crimes: 4
  • Beverley Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Franche & Habberley North?

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

  • Relative to Wyre Forest:

    • In 2024, Franche & Habberley North reported a higher crime volume than the Wyre Forest average, with 864 crimes compared to 852. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Franche & Habberley North witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Franche & Habberley North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Wyre Forest average, with 805 crimes compared to 796. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Franche & Habberley North witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Franche & Habberley North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Franche & Habberley North has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 2.09 ranking 8th out of 11 in the Wyre Forest, UK

In 2024, the total Franche & Habberley North crimes were 864. The crime rate of Franche & Habberley North in 2024 was 33.37 (year) or 2.78 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

In 2023, the total crimes in Franche & Habberley North were around 805 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.09 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking 6 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
Blakebrook & Habberley South106 31,333 21,302 2
Foley Park & Hoobrook112 21,063 31,003 4
Broadwaters64 4937 51,136 3
Mitton44 9940 4916 5
Wyre Forest Rural63 5531 10554 10
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

Franche & Habberley North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 316 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202515
January 202525
December 202417
November 202428
October 202422
September 202415
August 202427
July 202432
June 202442
May 202436
April 202439

A total of 147 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202516
January 202510
December 20249
November 20248
October 20249
September 20246
August 202412
July 202421
June 202422
May 202417
April 20247

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20244
August 20245
July 20244
June 202410
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20253
November 20241
October 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 100 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20258
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 202413
July 20246
June 202430
May 202416
April 20246

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20245
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244
April 202411

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 75 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247
July 20248
June 202418
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
October 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251
May 20241

A total of 25 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20244
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 6 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
December 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Franche & Habberley North in March 2025

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

1. Broomfield Green (Map)
Total12
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs2
Public order2
Other theft1
2. Willow Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Beverley Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Pendine Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Ash Grove (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Guildford Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Sunnyside Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Tynings Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Snowdon Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Willowfield Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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