Kingswinford Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 51,421 residents, Kingswinford recorded 242 crimes in February 2026, translating to a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 people—26.6% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure represents a significant portion of the area’s total monthly activity, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 44.6% of all crimes, followed by shoplifting (16.1%) and burglary (7.9%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with typically lower outdoor activity—may have influenced these patterns, though the prominence of violent crime suggests other factors at play. As a built-up area within Dudley, Kingswinford’s crime profile reflects the characteristics of a post-industrial town transitioning toward mixed-use development. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, certain categories—like shoplifting—exceed national levels, possibly due to the area’s retail presence. Conversely, crimes such as vehicle theft and public order offences fall well below the UK average, likely linked to lower foot traffic and more controlled environments. The interplay between these trends illustrates the complex relationship between local infrastructure, population density, and crime dynamics, with implications for targeted policing and community engagement strategies.

February 2026 saw significant shifts in crime types, with possession of weapons rising by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and theft from the person doubling (from 0 to 1). These increases contrast with a 37.5% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 16 to 10 incidents. The breakdown shows a notable divergence from the UK average: shoplifting in Kingswinford was 38% higher than the national rate, while criminal damage and arson were 35% below. This suggests localized pressures in retail areas, possibly linked to the area’s built-up nature within Dudley. Meanwhile, violent crime accounted for 44.6% of all incidents, slightly below the UK average for this category. A resident might find the 400% spike in weapon possession concerning. Such anomalies warrant closer attention to whether targeted interventions—such as increased patrols near schools or community centres—are needed to address emerging trends.

In February 2026, Kingswinford recorded a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 4.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 9 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 212 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains 26.6% below the UK average, the local context reveals nuanced patterns. The daily crime count provides a tangible measure of activity: for every 100 residents, nearly one crime is reported each month, though this figure is specific to Kingswinford and should not be directly compared to national averages. The population-scaled perspective shows that the area’s crime burden, while lower than the UK average, still requires attention to local trends. For instance, the rise in possession of weapons (+400%) highlights a shift in the crime mix, even as other categories like vehicle crime dropped by 37.5%. These fluctuations suggest that community-specific factors—such as local policing strategies or seasonal dynamics—may influence crime patterns more acutely than broader national trends.