Crime Rate in Wyre Forest Rural: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wyre Forest Rural

The total recorded crimes in Wyre Forest Rural, Wyre Forest, UK in January 2026 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wyre Forest Rural crime rate of 34.90 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 Rural, encompassing approximately 1,088 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (-42.86% decrease)
Wyre Forest Rural Crime Hotspots

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

  • Brown Westhead Park with total crimes: 6
  • Knight Road with total crimes: 3
  • Lea Castle Drive with total crimes: 3

How safe is Wyre Forest Rural?

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

  • Relative to Wyre Forest:

    • In 2024, Wyre Forest Rural demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Wyre Forest average, with 531 crimes compared to 852.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wyre Forest Rural recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 11 other areas in the Wyre Forest.

    • In 2023, Wyre Forest Rural had fewer crimes than the Wyre Forest average, with 554 crimes compared to 796. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wyre Forest Rural recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 11 other areas in the Wyre Forest.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Wyre Forest, Wyre Forest Rural has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Wyre Forest Rural Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Wyre Forest Rural has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 34.90 ranking 8th out of 11 in the Wyre Forest, UK

In 2024, the total Wyre Forest Rural crimes were 531. The crime rate of Wyre Forest Rural in 2024 was 487.65 (year) or 40.64 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wyre Forest Rural were around 554 crimes with yearly crime rate of 508.77 (year) or 42.40 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Wyre Forest.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Wyre Forest Rural)CrimesRank (Wyre Forest Rural)CrimesRank (Wyre Forest Rural)
Aggborough & Spennells98 12,111 11,547 1
Blakebrook & Habberley South74 41,333 21,302 2
Foley Park & Hoobrook85 21,063 31,003 4
Broadwaters67 5937 51,136 3
Franche & Habberley North83 3864 6805 6
Mitton66 6940 4916 5
Bewdley & Rock46 7696 8640 7
Areley Kings & Riverside37 9763 7633 8
Offmore & Comberton25 10585 9575 9
Wribbenhall & Arley19 11252 11315 11
Lickhill6 12147 12123 12

Wyre Forest Rural Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 116 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20256
November 20256
October 202510
September 20257
August 202514
July 202514
June 20258
May 202517
April 202510
March 202516
February 20254

A total of 54 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20257
November 20251
October 20255
September 20257
August 20254
July 20255
June 20255
May 20252
April 20257
March 20256
February 20251

A total of 252 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202621
December 202524
November 202522
October 202527
September 202532
August 202522
July 202520
June 202516
May 202520
April 202517
March 202516
February 202515

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20254
November 20252
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 48 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20253
November 20253
October 20252
September 20253
August 202510
July 20256
June 20259
May 20251
April 20252
March 20256
February 20251

A total of 56 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20253
November 20255
October 20253
September 20252
August 20258
July 20256
June 20252
May 20257
April 20255
March 20257
February 20256

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20252
July 20251
June 20251

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20258
October 20253
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20256
March 20255

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20251
May 20251

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20252
October 20253
September 20252
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20252
October 20257
September 20251
August 20258
July 20255
June 20252
May 20256
April 20253
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20251

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253

High Crime Locations Wyre Forest Rural in January 2026

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

1. Brown Westhead Park (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs1
2. Knight Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Lea Castle Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Briar Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
5. Birmingham Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Hurcott Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Fishers Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hemming Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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