Bromsgrove Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bromsgrove's January 2026 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 30.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure reflects a relatively low-crime environment, with the area's overall profile dominated by violent crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.1%) and shoplifting (10.2%). These rates are lower than UK averages for their respective categories—violence and sexual offences are 20% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 25% below. The seasonal context of January, characterised by post-holiday periods and shorter days, likely contributes to reduced retail footfall and fewer outdoor crimes. However, the prominence of violent crimes suggests a different dynamic at play, potentially linked to Bromsgrove's status as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial areas. The lower-than-average rates for shoplifting and vehicle crime may align with the area's quieter retail environment and fewer high-traffic zones. This data illustrates a community with a generally secure profile but with specific vulnerabilities that warrant attention.

January 2026 saw stark fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery cases surging by 700% (from 1 to 8 incidents) and theft from the person doubling (from 2 to 4). These increases, though small in absolute terms, could signal emerging patterns requiring closer monitoring. Conversely, drug-related offences fell sharply by 61.9% (from 21 to 8), possibly reflecting seasonal shifts or targeted interventions. Burglary rates rose by 28% (25 to 32), placing Bromsgrove's burglary rate 7% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000—a rare outlier in an otherwise low-crime environment. The category breakdown reveals a stark contrast between Bromsgrove and the UK: anti-social behaviour is 25% below the UK average, while possession of weapons is 43% above. For residents, the most immediate concern may be the sharp rise in robbery, which, while still a small number, could indicate heightened risk in specific areas. The dominance of violent crimes (42.4% of all incidents) over property crimes (34.7%) also suggests a different balance compared to the UK, where property crimes typically make up a larger share. These shifts underscore the need for targeted local analysis, as Bromsgrove's crime profile diverges from national trends in several key areas.

Bromsgrove's crime rate remained stable in January 2026, matching the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This consistency contrasts with the UK's overall trend of higher crime rates, where Bromsgrove's profile is 30.9% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 16 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, translates to one reported crime for roughly every 211 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests a generally low level of crime risk for residents, though the sharp increase in robbery and theft from the person raises questions about localized factors. Bromsgrove's population of 101,685 means that the crime rate is spread across a relatively large community, potentially diluting the impact of individual incidents. The stable month-on-month rate indicates no significant short-term shifts, though the UK's higher overall average highlights Bromsgrove's position as a safer area. This comparison underscores the value of local data in understanding nuanced crime patterns that may not align with broader national trends.