Broseley Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broseley’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, 42.9% lower than the national average, underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the broader UK. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 57.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.4%) and other theft (11.5%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal context, as April marks the Easter period and the onset of spring, which typically sees increased outdoor activity and social gatherings. The dominance of violent crimes may be partly explained by the influx of visitors during Easter, though local factors such as community cohesion and policing efforts likely contribute to the overall lower rate compared to the UK. Anti-social behaviour, while rising, remains far below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000, suggesting that Broseley’s smaller population and community-oriented environment may help mitigate such incidents. Other theft, though a small share of total crimes, saw a sharp 200% increase, linked to seasonal retail activity or targeted opportunistic crimes. The low rates of shoplifting and criminal damage and arson—both below UK averages—may reflect the area’s character as a built-up but relatively quiet town with fewer high-traffic commercial zones. These patterns highlight a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing effectiveness, all of which shape Broseley’s crime profile.

April 2025 saw a 50% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 10 to 15 incidents. This jump, though significant, still places the rate at 2.5 per 1,000 residents—4% below the UK average for this category. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour doubled, reaching four incidents, while other theft surged by 200% from one to three cases. These changes suggest a shift in criminal activity, with violent crimes becoming more prominent compared to previous months. Shoplifting and criminal damage and arson both declined, with the latter halving from four to two incidents. This contrast between rising and falling categories may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during Easter and springtime activities. Residents may find the 50% rise in violence particularly noteworthy, as it underscores the need for community vigilance during peak holiday periods.

Broseley's crime rate remained stable at 4.4 per 1,000 residents in April 2025, matching the same figure recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no immediate spike or decline in overall criminal activity, though the composition of reported crimes has shifted. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,983. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 230 residents, a metric that places Broseley well below the UK average in terms of monthly exposure to crime. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with the rise in violent crimes, the sheer size of the population dilutes the impact of individual incidents, offering residents a sense of relative safety compared to larger urban areas. This context is critical for understanding how Broseley’s crime statistics align with national trends, particularly given its classification as a built-up area within a rural county.