Polesworth and Dordon Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 saw a marked rise in violent crime in Polesworth and Dordon, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 46.7% of all reported incidents. The overall crime rate stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, 29.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure places the area among the safest in the country, but the shift in crime patterns warrants attention. Violence and sexual offences, the most prevalent category, rose by 40% from August, while robbery cases—now at three incidents—surged by 100% compared to the previous month. These increases align with the seasonal context of September, a time when back-to-school routines and university freshers' events bring heightened foot traffic and social mixing. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common category, though it stayed below the UK average. The area’s relatively low crime rate may reflect its character as a small, low-density built-up area with limited commercial hubs, reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in violent incidents suggests targeted awareness is needed, particularly in public spaces and during evening hours. While property crime rates (including burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting) remain significantly below the UK average, the increase in violent crime contrasts with this trend, indicating a need for closer monitoring of social dynamics and local events that could contribute to such spikes.

September 2025 marked a concerning uptick in violent crime, with violence and sexual offences increasing by 40% compared to August. This category alone accounted for nearly half of all reported crimes, raising questions about the factors driving this surge. Robbery cases also saw a 100% increase, rising from zero to three incidents, a figure that is 300% above the UK average for this category. While several property-related crimes—such as burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting—fell sharply, the contrast with the rise in violent crime highlights a shift in the area’s crime profile. Anti-social behaviour, though remaining below the UK average, showed an 11% increase over the national rate, suggesting localized tensions may be emerging. The data also reveals that public order offences and other thefts were 60–63% below the UK average, indicating that the area’s low population density and limited commercial activity may act as natural deterrents to these types of crime. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas frequented by students and young people, as the seasonal influx linked to university freshers may be contributing to the rise in violent and robbery-related incidents. Local authorities may need to consider targeted interventions in high-risk zones during this time of year.

Compared to the previous month, the crime rate in Polesworth and Dordon dropped by 22.4%, from 6.7 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline, however, masks the sharp increase in violent crime, which rose by 40% and robbery cases, which doubled. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 2 crimes per day in September, a figure that is consistent with its overall low crime rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores the area’s relative safety, even as specific categories like violence and sexual offences show troubling trends. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that the majority of crimes are concentrated in a small number of categories, with anti-social behaviour and violence accounting for over 70% of all incidents. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the disparity between the area’s low population density and the rise in violent crime suggests that local factors—such as seasonal events or community dynamics—may be playing a role. Residents should note that while the area is statistically safer than the national average, the recent spikes in violent crime indicate that vigilance and community engagement remain critical.