Bromsgrove Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Bromsgrove’s crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 34.3% of all reported crimes. This category, with a rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents, remained 34% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s relative safety in this domain. The overall crime rate for the month was 5.0 per 1,000, 33.3% below the national average of 7.5 per 1,000, placing Bromsgrove among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. Anti-social behaviour (13.1% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (8.5%) followed as the next most common categories, both significantly below UK averages. Seasonal factors likely influenced some trends: the decline in shoplifting by 46.4% compared to the previous month may be partly attributable to the impact of Bonfire Night and Black Friday, which could have drawn police resources to high-risk areas or altered retail patterns. However, the increase in burglary (30%) and other crime (33.3%) suggests that certain vulnerabilities persist, linked to the area’s mix of urban and semi-rural environments. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime and theft from the person, both aligned with UK averages, may reflect Bromsgrove’s limited tourist presence and lower population density compared to major urban centres. These patterns illustrate a combination of local demographics, geography, and seasonal activity, with crime remaining concentrated in specific categories despite the overall downward trend.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across Bromsgrove. Burglary increased by 30%, rising from 30 to 39 incidents, while other crime categories, including 'other crime', surged by 33.3% (from 9 to 12). These increases contrast with sharp declines in shoplifting, which fell by 46.4% (from 69 to 37), and other theft, which dropped by 29.5% (from 44 to 31). The drop in shoplifting may be linked to heightened police visibility during Black Friday or reduced retail foot traffic in the area. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, remained 34% below the UK average, with a rate of 1.7 per 1,000. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained flat at 0.5 per 1,000, matching the UK average. The significant decrease in possession of weapons (from 4 to 2 incidents) could reflect successful local initiatives targeting knife crime, though further analysis is needed to confirm this. Residents may find the decline in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests a reduction in retail-related theft during the busy shopping season.

Bromsgrove’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.1% decline from the previous month’s 5.4 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued period of relative stability in the area. On a daily basis, the local authority recorded approximately 17 crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the pace of reported incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 201 residents, a measure that highlights the monthly exposure to crime rather than daily risk. With a population of 101,685, this rate places Bromsgrove among the safer areas in the UK, particularly when compared to the national average of 7.5 per 1,000. The decrease in overall crime may reflect seasonal factors, such as the winding down of holiday-related activities or improved community engagement in local policing initiatives. However, the slight increases in burglary and other crime categories indicate areas requiring closer attention in the coming months.