Hagley Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

July 2023 marked a continuation of Hagley's historically low crime levels, with a total of 26 crimes recorded across the built-up area. At 3.5 per 1,000 residents, this rate is 57.8% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000 — a gap that reflects the area's distinct character as a relatively quiet commuter town within Bromsgrove. The crime profile shows a clear dominance of property-related incidents, with 42% of all recorded crimes falling into this category. Violence and sexual offences, while accounting for 26.9% of total crimes, remain significantly below the UK average for this category (64%). This contrast is consistent with Hagley's small population and limited nightlife infrastructure compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors may have played a role in the crime mix, with the peak of summer and school holidays likely contributing to increased outdoor activity and associated risks. The data also highlights Hagley's unusual position in the UK crime profile: while property crime rates are moderate, violent crime remains exceptionally low, a pattern that may be linked to the area's family-oriented demographics and limited commercial activity. The crime rate has remained stable over the past year, with only minor fluctuations between months, suggesting a broader trend of sustained safety in this part of Worcestershire.

July 2023 saw sharp month-on-month increases in three key categories: possession of weapons (up 100%), anti-social behaviour (up 100%), and robbery (up 100%). These jumps, though numerically small, represent significant shifts in local crime dynamics. The rise in anti-social behaviour — now accounting for 15.4% of all crimes — is particularly noteworthy given Hagley's generally low levels of such incidents. Burglary, while down 20% from June, remains 52% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights a persistent vulnerability in residential security that contrasts sharply with national trends. Residents should be especially vigilant in areas with high foot traffic, as the 100% increase in possession of weapons may indicate a concentration of incidents in specific locations. The overall crime mix remains skewed toward property crimes, with 42% of incidents falling into this category, though the violent crime share (26.9%) is lower than the UK average of 64% for violence and sexual offences.

Hagley's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.8% decrease from June's 3.7 per 1,000. This small decline suggests a slight stabilization in local crime trends, though the rate remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, Hagley recorded an average of one crime per day in July — a figure that, while low, reflects the area's consistent underperformance relative to national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 283 residents, a statistic that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in this built-up area. When scaled to Hagley's population of 7,360, this equates to a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to larger urban centres. The combination of low crime frequency and the area's small population size means residents are less likely to encounter crime than those in more densely populated regions, though the recent upticks in specific categories warrant attention.