Stourbridge Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked an unexpected shift in Stourbridge’s crime profile, with robbery and theft from the person surging by 200%—a stark contrast to the typical winter decline in crime. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 21.9% below the UK average, a position reinforced by consistently lower rates in categories like anti-social behaviour (89% below UK average) and drug-related offences (57% below). Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 43.4% of all incidents, though they remained 5% below the UK average. This divergence may reflect Stourbridge’s character as a built-up area within Dudley, where community policing and local initiatives could contribute to reduced rates of disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of February—marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely influenced patterns, with shoplifting declining by 24.5% as retail footfall waned. However, the sharp rise in robbery incidents defies expectations, linked to transient populations or increased indoor gatherings during the winter months. Property crimes, though lower than violent crimes, showed mixed trends, with vehicle crime rising 14% above the UK average, tied to the area’s commuter corridors. Stourbridge’s crime picture thus illustrates a combination of seasonal rhythms, local demographics, and the effectiveness of targeted policing efforts in mitigating certain types of crime.

February 2026 saw a striking 200% increase in both robbery and theft from the person, jumping from one incident each to three. This sharp rise contrasts with the typical winter lull in crime, though it may partly explain by the movement of transient populations or increased indoor gatherings. Meanwhile, shoplifting dropped by 24.5%, likely reflecting seasonal trends as retail activity slows before spring. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 43.4% of all crimes, though they were 5% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour fell by 27.3% to eight incidents, a significant drop that could relate to targeted community initiatives or the impact of colder weather on public spaces. Vehicle crime also rose 14% above the UK average, linked to the area’s commuter infrastructure and the increased use of parked vehicles during harsh winter conditions.

Stourbridge’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 12.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in social events. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 10 crimes per day over the 28-day period, translating to one reported crime for every 201 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure offers a tangible perspective for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime remains relatively low compared to national averages. When scaled to the population of 57,910, the 288 total crimes represent a manageable proportion of daily life, though fluctuations in specific crime categories—such as the doubling of robbery incidents—highlight localized shifts that warrant closer attention. The contrast with the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000 underscores Stourbridge’s generally safer profile, though the area’s unique mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics may influence crime patterns differently than larger cities or more densely populated regions.