Polesworth and Dordon Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Polesworth and Dordon’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.8% below the UK average of 8.6. This performance highlights the area’s generally low crime profile, though the breakdown of offences reveals a mix of patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.6% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.4 per 1,000—21% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 17 cases, was the second most common offence and 29% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local social dynamics or reporting trends. Public order offences also exceeded UK rates by 25%, suggesting a need for focused policing in areas with high foot traffic or during events. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as July—a peak summer month with schools out and tourism active—often sees shifts in crime patterns. While festivals and outdoor events may contribute to increased public order issues, the overall low rate suggests that the area’s built-up character and proximity to rural zones create a unique balance between community activity and crime prevention. These findings underscore the importance of adapting strategies to address specific challenges while maintaining the area’s strong performance relative to the UK as a whole.

July saw a 75% increase in public order offences, rising from 4 to 7, a shift that may reflect heightened outdoor activity during festivals and summer events. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 60% (from 5 to 2), potentially linked to reduced traffic or increased community vigilance in the area. The rise in drugs-related offences—doubling from 0 to 1—suggests a new challenge for local authorities, though the small number means caution is needed in interpreting this trend. Anti-social behaviour, at 17 cases, was 29% above the UK average for this category, indicating a localised issue that may be tied to the area’s demographics or seasonal social dynamics. These fluctuations underscore the importance of targeted interventions, particularly in addressing public order and anti-social behaviour, which accounted for nearly 65% of all reported crimes in July.

Polesworth and Dordon’s crime rate in July 2025 fell by 23.4% compared to the previous month, dropping from 9.0 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as summer holidays and festivals may reduce opportunities for certain crimes, though the area’s relatively low baseline rate likely amplifies the effect. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day over July, a figure that, while modest, reflects the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to rural zones. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 146 residents, a ratio that highlights the area’s generally low crime exposure compared to UK averages. With a population of 8,599, this translates to a manageable burden on local policing resources, though the slight increases in anti-social behaviour and public order offences suggest localized pressures that warrant attention.