Crime Rate in Mitton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mitton

The total recorded crimes in Mitton, Wyre Forest, UK in July 2025 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mitton crime rate of 7.74 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 Mitton, encompassing approximately 11,761 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (88.89% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
Mitton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • Raven Street with total crimes: 7
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Mitton?

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

  • Relative to Wyre Forest:

    • In 2024, Mitton reported a higher crime volume than the Wyre Forest average, with 940 crimes compared to 852. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Mitton witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 11 other areas in the Wyre Forest.

    • In 2023, Mitton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Wyre Forest average, with 916 crimes compared to 796. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Mitton witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 11 other areas in the Wyre Forest.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Mitton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Mitton has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 7.74 ranking 5th out of 11 in the Wyre Forest, UK

In 2024, the total Mitton crimes were 940. The crime rate of Mitton in 2024 was 79.92 (year) or 6.66 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mitton were around 916 crimes with yearly crime rate of 77.88 (year) or 6.49 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mitton)CrimesRank (Mitton)CrimesRank (Mitton)
Aggborough & Spennells170 12,111 11,547 1
Blakebrook & Habberley South135 21,333 21,302 2
Broadwaters79 6937 51,136 3
Foley Park & Hoobrook102 31,063 31,003 4
Franche & Habberley North97 4864 6805 6
Bewdley & Rock77 7696 8640 7
Areley Kings & Riverside67 8763 7633 8
Offmore & Comberton57 10585 9575 9
Wyre Forest Rural63 9531 10554 10
Wribbenhall & Arley26 11252 11315 11
Lickhill20 12147 12123 12

Mitton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 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 Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 303 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202536
June 202530
May 202537
April 202523
March 202514
February 202527
January 202522
December 202422
November 202414
October 202426
September 202426
August 202426

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 88 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 202511
April 20253
March 20253
February 20259
January 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20249
September 20247
August 202410

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 70 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 20257
April 20256
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20246
November 20243
October 20246
September 20246
August 202410

A total of 179 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 20259
May 202514
April 202518
March 202515
February 202514
January 202525
December 20245
November 202412
October 202417
September 202414
August 202419

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
April 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 67 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202511
May 20253
April 20258
March 20255
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 37 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
August 20247

A total of 44 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20257
April 20253
March 20253
January 20256
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 50 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20258
December 20244
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251

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
October 20241

High Crime Locations Mitton in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Other theft2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
2. Raven Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
4. High Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
5. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. New Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Warwick Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
9. The Slad (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Ward Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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