Hollywood Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Hollywood during April 2023, accounting for 54.6% of the 22 total incidents reported. This category, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents, remained 23% below the UK average for the same category, a figure that aligns with the area's broader safety record. The overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 50.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5, reflecting a pattern seen in other small built-up areas within Bromsgrove. The seasonal context of April—characterised by Easter celebrations and the transition to spring—likely influenced the crime profile. Increased outdoor activity during this period may have contributed to the rise in shoplifting (up 100% from March) and other theft, although these incidents remain relatively low compared to national trends. Conversely, the sharp decline in public order offences and anti-social behaviour, both down by 80% and 75% respectively, may be attributed to temporary factors such as reduced alcohol-related incidents during the Easter period or heightened community engagement in local policing initiatives. The dominance of violent crime, despite the overall low rate, suggests that targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic, such as residential zones near Bromsgrove's urban core, could be necessary to address the underlying causes of these incidents. The relatively low property crime rate—8 incidents compared to 12 violent crimes—further illustrates the area's unique crime profile, where interpersonal conflicts appear to be a more pressing concern than theft or burglary.

April 2023 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting and other theft compared to March, with three incidents reported in the month. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with an 80% drop in public order offences and a 75% decrease in anti-social behaviour, which fell from five to one incident. The area's violent crime category—violence and sexual offences—remained significantly below the UK average, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 compared to the national average of 2.6. This 23% gap underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies in managing more serious incidents. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 50%, from two to one incident, suggesting that targeted efforts in parking areas or increased patrols may have had an impact. For residents, the most notable shift was the absence of anti-social behaviour incidents, which had previously been a recurring issue in the area. This reduction, combined with the rise in shoplifting, highlights the need for continued vigilance in commercial zones during periods of increased foot traffic.

Hollywood's crime rate in April 2023 fell to 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a 33.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.5. This decline reflects a broader trend in the built-up area, where community-focused policing and seasonal factors may have contributed to reduced incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population of 5,970, the monthly exposure means that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 271 residents. This figure provides context for local residents, illustrating that the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 7.5 per 1,000. The shift in crime patterns between March and April suggests that temporary factors—such as Easter-related activity or changes in foot traffic—may have influenced the decrease in public order offences and anti-social behaviour, which fell by 80% and 75% respectively. However, the persistence of violence and sexual offences as the dominant category indicates that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address this specific issue.