Burntwood Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Burntwood, 5.9 crimes were recorded in June 2025 — 27.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of 6 crimes for every 30,283 residents, a figure that contextualises safety in practical terms. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (31.5% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.5%) and shoplifting (12.9%). These patterns align with Burntwood's character as a built-up area within Lichfield, where retail hubs and community spaces may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer and longer daylight hours — may explain increased exposure to public order offences. share of such crimes in June remains below the UK average. Shoplifting rates in Burntwood (0.8 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) by 27%, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local retail security measures. Conversely, crimes like criminal damage and arson (0.2 per 1,000) were 66% below the UK average, reflecting community cohesion or effective local enforcement. The overall crime rate, while lower than the national average, underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas with higher-than-average shoplifting and robbery rates.

June 2025 saw a 200% increase in robbery cases, jumping from 2 to 6 incidents — a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Burglary also rose sharply, with a 166.7% increase from 3 to 8 cases, placing Burntwood 7% above the UK average for this category. Public order offences surged by 114.3%, rising from 7 to 15 incidents, though still 15% below the UK average. This shift in crime mix highlights a notable divergence from previous months, with property crimes (shoplifting, burglary) and violent crimes (robbery) gaining prominence. The 27% rise in shoplifting cases compared to the UK average suggests pressure points in local retail environments, potentially linked to summer foot traffic. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 50%, from 2 to 1 case, and criminal damage and arson dropped by 25%, from 8 to 6 incidents — both trends consistent with the start of summer, when outdoor activity may reduce opportunities for such crimes. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high retail turnover and community spaces where anti-social behaviour is most commonly reported.

Burntwood's crime rate in June 2025 (5.9 per 1,000) marked a 27.3% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. This translates to roughly 6 crimes per day — a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains a tangible risk for local residents. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 170 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the likelihood of encountering crime in Burntwood's built-up area. This monthly aggregate is distinct from the daily crime count, which provides a different lens for understanding local safety. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Burntwood's crime rate, though lower than the UK average, is not immune to fluctuations — the 27.3% month-on-month rise suggests potential seasonal or situational factors at play. While the area's overall safety profile remains strong compared to national benchmarks, the recent upward trend in violent and property crimes warrants attention. For residents, this means maintaining awareness of local hotspots, particularly in retail zones where shoplifting rates exceed the UK average and community spaces where anti-social behaviour remains a concern.