Coseley Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Coseley’s crime profile in February 2024 reveals a nuanced balance between property and violent crime, with violent offences slightly outpacing property-related incidents. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 18.3% below the UK average of 7.1, a distinction that may reflect the built-up area’s character within Dudley. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 59 recorded incidents, accounting for 41.3% of all crimes, while property crimes totaled 52. This mix suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts over opportunistic theft, a pattern consistent with areas where community dynamics and social cohesion play a role. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, reported 20 incidents, a figure 24% below the UK average, indicating a relatively low incidence of disruptive public conduct. Seasonal factors may have contributed to these patterns, as February’s winter conditions typically reduce outdoor activity, curbing property crimes but leaving indoor spaces more vulnerable to interpersonal disputes. Vehicle crime, however, bucked this trend with 17 incidents—59% above the UK average—linked to increased reliance on cars during colder months or local transport networks. The area’s crime picture illustrates a combination of seasonal influences and local socioeconomic factors, with the overall rate remaining well below the national benchmark.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in Coseley’s crime profile, with vehicle crime surging by 54.5% to 17 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This increase may reflect higher vehicle usage during winter or vulnerabilities in local parking infrastructure. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 33.3%, reaching 20 incidents, a figure 24% below the UK average, suggesting community-specific factors may be at play. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 66.7%, with only one reported incident, a 100% reduction from the previous month’s three cases. This decline aligns with the season’s low foot traffic and reduced retail activity. Violent crime, though the most common category, remained 4% below the UK average at 2.4 per 1,000, highlighting Coseley’s relatively safer profile in this area. The balance between property and violent crime—52 versus 59 incidents—suggests a focus on interpersonal issues over theft, a trend that may warrant further analysis of local social dynamics. These changes offer a snapshot of how seasonal and environmental factors can shape crime patterns, even within a broader context of lower-than-average rates.

Coseley’s crime rate in February 2024 fell to 5.8 per 1,000, a 3.4% decrease from the previous month’s 6.0 rate. This slight decline, though modest, reinforces the area’s position as one of the UK’s safer built-up zones. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly five crimes per day over the 29-day period—a figure that, while not negligible, is manageable for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 174 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the impact of crime within the community. With a population of 24,872, this statistic translates to a relatively low probability of individual involvement in criminal incidents. The comparison to the UK average further underscores Coseley’s performance, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, where rates were significantly below national benchmarks. However, the elevated vehicle crime rate—59% above the UK average—highlights a specific vulnerability that may require targeted interventions. These figures collectively illustrate an area where general safety is maintained, but certain localised risks remain, necessitating a balanced approach to policing and community engagement.