Hollywood Crime Rate

Hollywood's crime rate of 41.6 per 1,000 residents is 54% below the UK average, with a safety score of 90/100 that places it 11 points above the national average. While violence and sexual offences remain the most common crime, their rate is 40.3% below the UK average, suggesting effective community engagement. The area's decreasing crime trend (-14.8% YoY) and lower property crime rates make it an attractive location for families and commuters.

Hollywood, a built-up area within Bromsgrove, is a commuter-focused suburb with a mix of residential and retail spaces. Its proximity to Bromsgrove town centre and limited public transport options may contribute to higher vehicle crime rates. The area's relatively low population density and community-oriented infrastructure likely support its safety score, though the presence of local amenities could influence anti-social behaviour patterns.

The most surprising finding is that violence and sexual offences in Hollywood are 40.3% below the UK average, despite being the most common crime type. This may reflect effective community engagement or lower levels of alcohol-related incidents compared to urban centres. Anti-social behaviour is 61% below the UK average, likely due to the area's suburban character and limited nightlife. Vehicle crime is 43% below the UK average, possibly because of lower commuter parking density compared to major cities. However, drugs offences have risen by 100% YoY, though they remain 69% below the UK average—this could indicate targeted policing efforts reducing drug-related crime while illicit activity persists in specific pockets.

Hollywood's overall crime rate decreased by 14.8% YoY, with most categories declining. However, drugs offences surged by 100% YoY, though they remain 69% below the UK average. The monthly trend shows a distinct seasonal pattern, peaking in August (6.5 per 1,000/month) and troughing in November (1.2 per 1,000/month). This likely reflects increased tourism during summer and reduced retail activity in winter. Anti-social behaviour fell by 24.4% YoY, while burglary rose slightly (7.7% YoY), though both remain below UK averages.

How To Keep Safe in Hollywood

Avoid walking alone in poorly lit areas at night, as vehicle crime spikes after 10pm. Secure vehicles with alarms and avoid leaving valuables in sight. Report anti-social behaviour promptly, as it is 61% below the UK average but still accounts for 13.7% of all crimes. Stay vigilant during afternoon hours when theft peaks, and consider using well-lit routes for commuting.

Crime in Hollywood follows distinct daily patterns. Theft peaks in the afternoon (49% of all thefts occur between 12pm-6pm), likely linked to retail activity and public transport use. Vehicle crime spikes at night (40% of all vehicle crimes occur between 12am-6am), correlating with unoccupied parking areas. Burglary is most common in the evening (19% of all burglaries occur between 6pm-12am), suggesting opportunistic targeting of homes during peak hours. The lowest crime activity occurs in the early morning (12am-6am), except for vehicle crimes, indicating a clear link between daytime human activity and theft rates.

Compared to nearby areas, Hollywood is significantly safer. Wythall has a 17% higher crime rate (48.6 vs 41.6 per 1,000), while Major's Green has a 25% higher rate (51.8 per 1,000). Hollywood's property crime rate is 50.2% below the UK average, suggesting it is one of the safer built-up areas in the region.

For homes in Hollywood, scOS's proactive boundary detection and DVLA vehicle verification can help prevent burglaries and vehicle crime, both of which are 31% and 43% below the UK average respectively. Its behavioural pattern learning feature reduces false alarms, crucial for an area where anti-social behaviour is 61% below the national average. Automated lighting and speaker activation in scOS could deter vehicle crime, which peaks at night.