Catshill Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 10,553 residents, Catshill recorded 50 crimes in July 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 people—44% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure highlights the area's relatively low exposure to crime, even as seasonal factors like festivals and summer tourism may influence local patterns. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (22 incidents, 44% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (11 incidents, 22% of total). These rates contrast sharply with the UK averages for these categories, where violence and sexual offences average 2.9 per 1,000 and anti-social behaviour averages 1.4 per 1,000. The area's crime profile appears shaped by its character as a built-up area within Bromsgrove, likely influenced by local demographics and infrastructure. While violent crime remains a prominent category, its rate is 26% below the UK average, suggesting effective community or policing efforts. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (31% below UK) and other theft (66% below UK) may reflect a combination of proactive community engagement and the area's relatively small scale, where local authorities can respond more directly to emerging issues. Seasonal factors in July—such as schools being out, increased tourism, and outdoor events—may have contributed to the prominence of violent crimes, though the absence of major spikes in property-related offences (burglary and vehicle crime rose but remained below UK averages) indicates that local conditions may temper broader seasonal trends. The overall picture suggests a balance between the area's inherent characteristics and the influence of summer-specific dynamics.

July saw a 150% increase in both burglary and vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 5 incidents each. This jump aligns with seasonal trends, as summer months often see heightened outdoor activity and increased vehicle presence in residential areas. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, a decline that may reflect reduced illicit activity during peak tourist season. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common category, contributing 22% of all crimes, yet still 31% below the UK average. The sharp rise in public order offences—doubling from 0 to 2—suggests a need for local monitoring, though the small number means caution is required in interpreting this trend. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44% of all crimes, yet remained 26% below the UK average, illustrating a complex balance between local conditions and national patterns.

Catshill's crime rate in July 2024 rose slightly to 4.7 per 1,000 residents from 4.6 per 1,000 in June, marking a 2.2% increase. This small upward trend is unlikely to signal a significant shift, given the overall stability in the area's crime picture. On a daily basis, the 50 reported crimes equate to roughly two incidents per day—a figure that, while measurable, remains well below the levels seen in larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 211 residents, a rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. For a built-up area within Bromsgrove, this monthly exposure remains lower than the UK average, though the slight increase from June may reflect seasonal patterns such as increased foot traffic during festivals or summer events. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Catshill's residents face a crime risk significantly lower than the national average, even as local factors like tourism and outdoor activities may contribute to minor fluctuations.