Hollywood Crime Rate

Hollywood’s crime rate of 41.1 per 1,000 — 54.9% below the UK average — illustrates a remarkably safe area. However, the 67% YoY rise in burglary stands out as a critical concern. While the overall crime rate is decreasing, this sharp increase in property crime underscores the need for targeted precautions, even in a low-crime environment.

Hollywood is a compact built-up area within Bromsgrove, characterized by a mix of residential properties and local amenities. Its moderate population size and proximity to Bromsgrove town centre likely influence crime patterns, with fewer commercial hubs than larger cities but more than rural areas. The area’s safety score of 90/100 suggests strong community cohesion and effective local policing, though the recent rise in burglary highlights the need for vigilance in property security.

The most surprising finding is that violence and sexual offences in Hollywood are 40% below the UK average (16.4 vs 32.1 per 1,000). This may reflect the area’s lower population density and strong community networks, which likely deter violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 5.7 per 1,000, is 61% below the UK average, possibly due to local initiatives or a younger, more engaged population. Other theft (4.2 per 1,000) is 30% below the UK average, though its slight decline (-3.8% YoY) contrasts with the sharp rise in burglary (+67% YoY). This divergence could indicate targeted property crime, linked to increased housing demand or specific vulnerabilities in residential security.

Crime in Hollywood has decreased by 15.5% YoY, but this masks a sharp 67% rise in burglary. Monthly trends show a clear seasonal pattern: crime peaks in August (6.5 per 1,000/month) and troughs in November (1.2 per 1,000/month). The August spike may relate to increased summer activity and longer evenings, while the November dip aligns with shorter days and reduced outdoor activity. Burglary’s YoY increase, despite being 24% below the UK average, suggests targeted property crime, possibly linked to increased housing demand or vulnerabilities in residential security.

How To Keep Safe in Hollywood

Residents should focus on property-specific precautions, especially at night when burglary peaks (24% of night-time crimes). Secure vehicles in driveways or garages, as vehicle crime spikes at night (40% of night-time crimes). For homes, use motion-activated lighting to deter intruders, even though Hollywood’s overall crime rate is very low. Community engagement remains strong, but the recent burglary rise highlights the need for vigilance in securing valuables.

Crime in Hollywood follows distinct temporal patterns. Theft peaks in the afternoon (50% of afternoon crimes), aligning with shopping hours and potentially reflecting opportunistic shoplifting. Vehicle crime spikes at night (40% of night-time crimes), likely tied to unoccupied parking and reduced visibility. Burglary is most common in the evening (20% of evening crimes) and night (24% of night-time crimes), suggesting intruders exploit periods of lower household occupancy. These patterns highlight the importance of securing vehicles during the day and homes at night, even in a low-crime area.

Hollywood’s crime rate of 41.1 per 1,000 is 19% lower than both Wythall and Major’s Green (48.9 per 1,000). This difference may reflect Hollywood’s smaller population and more cohesive community, contrasting with the higher-density areas of Wythall and Major’s Green, which likely experience more opportunistic crime due to greater foot traffic and commercial activity.

In Hollywood’s low-crime environment, proportionate home security measures are key. With burglary rising by 67% YoY, ensuring doors and windows are secured at night is critical, scOS’s AI-driven perimeter detection can identify intruders before they enter, while automated lighting deters opportunistic offenders. Since Hollywood’s property crime rate is 51.6% below the UK average, scOS provides a balanced layer of protection without overcomplicating daily life.