Balsall Common Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Balsall Common, the crime rate in June 2024 translates to a low risk of encountering criminal activity, with just one reported crime per 251 residents over the course of the month. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 people places it 51.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local measures in maintaining public safety. The top crime category—violence and sexual offences—accounted for 45.5% of all incidents, with 15 cases recorded, equivalent to 1.8 per 1,000 residents. This rate, though a significant portion of total crimes, remains 35% below the UK average for the category. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, rose sharply to 6 cases (18.2% of total), yet still sits 50% below the UK rate of 1.4 per 1,000. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, as June marks the start of summer, a period when outdoor activity increases and tourism begins in some areas. However, Balsall Common’s built-up nature within Solihull—a commuter town with a mix of residential and retail areas—likely contributes to its lower crime rates compared to more densely populated urban centres. The dominance of violent crimes over property-related offences (15 vs 11) contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically constitute a larger share. This shift may reflect local demographics, such as a younger population or higher foot traffic in public spaces, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The low rates of vehicle crime (3 cases, 0.4 per 1,000) and shoplifting (3 cases, 0.4 per 1,000)—both 35% below UK averages—suggest that local initiatives, such as CCTV coverage or community policing, may be deterring such incidents. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile characterised by manageable levels of violence and anti-social behaviour, with property crimes remaining consistently below national benchmarks. As summer progresses, residents may remain vigilant about anti-social behaviour, while the broader trend of falling burglary rates offers a positive outlook for the area’s safety.

June 2024 saw a 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 2 to 6. This surge, though significant, remains 50% below the UK average for the category. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences rose by 15.4%, from 13 to 15, yet still sit 35% below the UK rate of 2.8 per 1,000. The most dramatic decline was in burglary, which fell by 83.3% from 6 to 1, a rate of 0.1 per 1,000—67% below the UK average. Public order offences also dropped by 80%, from 5 to 1, reinforcing a shift in crime mix toward violent crimes over property-related incidents. For residents, the 15 reported cases of violence and sexual offences in June—equivalent to 1.8 per 1,000—may be a concern, but the broader trend of falling property crimes offers reassurance. The contrast between rising anti-social behaviour and falling burglary highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, which may reflect seasonal dynamics or changes in community activity.

In June 2024, Balsall Common recorded 33 crimes across its population of 8,281 residents, translating to a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 people. This represents a 31.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents for residents. When scaled to the population, this equates to one crime occurring for every 251 residents over the course of the month. Compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, Balsall Common’s rate remains 51.2% lower, highlighting a consistent safety profile relative to national standards. The drop in overall crime, particularly in burglary and public order offences, may partly reflect seasonal patterns as summer begins, though local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies could also play a role. This data underscores that, for everyday residents, the likelihood of encountering crime remains significantly lower than both the previous month and the UK average.