Burntwood Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burntwood's overall crime rate in April 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 22.1% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a sustained trend of lower-than-national-average crime levels, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 26.9% of all reported crimes. The area’s crime profile remains shaped by its built-up character within Lichfield, where a mix of residential and commercial spaces influences patterns. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the drop in violence, as April’s Easter period and milder spring weather may have reduced opportunities for alcohol-fuelled incidents typically linked to colder months. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime type at 19.2%, suggesting persistent challenges in community management. Public order offences rose 48% above the UK average, potentially linked to increased outdoor activity during the Easter holidays. The data illustrates a combination of local geography and seasonal rhythms, with crime trends aligning with patterns observed in similar commuter-focused built-up areas. While property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime showed slight increases, the overall decline in violent crime underscores the effectiveness of ongoing local initiatives in maintaining public safety.

April 2025 saw a significant 39.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 81 to 49 incidents—a shift that likely reflects the influence of the Easter holiday period, when public gatherings and alcohol consumption typically decline. This reduction was accompanied by a 75% drop in other theft, suggesting improved community awareness or enforcement in this category. Conversely, shoplifting surged by 109.1% (from 11 to 23 cases), potentially linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas during the Easter shopping period. Vehicle crime also rose 32% above the UK average, a trend consistent with seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas where vehicle-related offences often spike during transitional weather periods. Public order offences, at 48% above the UK average, highlight a need for targeted interventions in spaces frequented by large groups, such as parks or town centres. These findings indicate a mixed picture, with declines in violent crime offset by increases in property-related offences, underscoring the importance of balancing resource allocation between different crime prevention strategies.

Burntwood’s crime rate in April 2025 (6.0 per 1,000) represents a 6.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trajectory. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Burntwood among the safer built-up areas in the UK. When scaled to the population of 30,283, this rate highlights the relatively low likelihood of experiencing crime compared to the national average. The 22.1% gap between Burntwood’s rate and the UK average suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, infrastructure, or policing strategies—may be contributing to this disparity. However, the rise in public order offences and shoplifting indicates that targeted efforts are still needed in specific areas to address emerging trends.