Hollywood Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 recorded a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents in Hollywood, a built-up area within Bromsgrove, placing it 54.3% below the UK average of 7.0. This figure, while showing a sharp month-on-month rise of 171.8% from November’s rate of 1.2, remains comparatively low when viewed against national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (31.6% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%). These patterns align with seasonal factors, as December’s Christmas shopping peak, extended evenings, and the temporary absence of some residents during holidays may have created conditions conducive to certain offences. The area’s low overall rate, despite the month-on-month increase, could be attributed to its suburban character, which typically experiences lower crime levels than densely populated urban centres. However, the surge in anti-social behaviour and burglary raises questions about localized pressures, tied to the season’s social dynamics. The data also reveals that Hollywood’s violent crime rate is 61% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s lower population density and reduced exposure to high-risk environments. As the year closes, these trends offer a mixed picture: a generally safe area grappling with transient spikes in specific crime categories, likely influenced by the time of year.

December 2025 marked a stark month-on-month increase in anti-social behaviour, burglary, and criminal damage and arson, each rising by 100% compared to November. This surge in anti-social behaviour—now the most common crime type at 21.1% of total incidents—suggests a shift in local dynamics, potentially linked to the festive season’s social pressures. Violent crimes, while remaining 61% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), accounted for 31.6% of all recorded crimes, a proportion that highlights their significance in the area’s crime mix. Possession of weapons in Hollywood was 186% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a figure that could indicate localized issues requiring further scrutiny. For residents, the 100% rise in anti-social behaviour from zero to four incidents is a concrete indicator of a new challenge in the area’s crime profile.

Hollywood’s crime rate in December 2025 rose sharply to 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 171.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.2. This surge, while significant, remains 54.3% below the UK average of 7.0. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, may reflect seasonal fluctuations. When scaled to the population of 5,970, this translates to one crime for every 314 residents over the course of the month—a ratio that underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to crime compared to national trends. The rise in reported incidents, however, suggests a need to monitor local patterns closely, particularly as December’s festive season and extended evenings may have influenced offender activity. This contrast between local and UK averages highlights Hollywood’s unique position as a built-up area with a crime profile that diverges from broader national trends, due to its suburban character and lower population density.