Burntwood Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Burntwood’s crime profile in January 2026, accounting for 40.3% of all reported crimes. This category, which recorded 62 incidents, stood at 2.1 per 1,000 residents—16% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. The overall crime rate for the area was 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 25% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. While anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed as the next most common categories, their rates remained lower than the UK average, with anti-social behaviour at 0.8 per 1,000 (14% below) and public order at 0.5 per 1,000 (19% above). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the observed patterns. For instance, shoplifting, which typically spikes during festive seasons, fell to 0.4 per 1,000 (30% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000), consistent with the reduced activity in retail areas. Burntwood’s built-up character, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, may explain the prominence of violent crimes, which are often concentrated in areas with higher population density and social interaction. The area’s crime profile thus reflects a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and the broader UK context, where Burntwood consistently performs better in property-related offences but faces challenges in violent crime management.

Vehicle crime in Burntwood surged by 133.3% in January 2026, rising from six to 14 incidents. This sharp increase, though still below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 (Burntwood’s rate was 0.5 per 1,000), may be linked to seasonal factors such as colder weather encouraging vehicle-related activities. Public order offences also saw a 75% rise, from eight to 14, a shift that contrasts with the UK average, which was 0.4 per 1,000 compared to Burntwood’s 0.5 per 1,000. This suggests a localised imbalance in public order management. Conversely, drug-related crimes plummeted by 90%, from 10 to 1, a stark reduction that may reflect targeted policing or changes in community engagement. These contrasting trends highlight the complexity of crime dynamics in the area, where some categories deviate significantly from national norms.

Burntwood's crime rate in January 2026 rose by 11.6% compared to the previous month's 4.6 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately five crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 197 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a relatively low-risk bracket compared to other regions. This statistic, while localised, offers context for residents considering their personal safety. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Burntwood’s crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with specific categories like vehicle crime and public order offences showing marked deviations. These shifts, while modest in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal or situational factors influencing local crime patterns.