Solihull Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Solihull during November 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, shaped by seasonal factors and local demographics. With a total crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents — 1.3% below the UK average — the area's profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (34.3% of all crimes), vehicle crime (15.3%), and burglary (8.9%). This distribution suggests a combination of urban characteristics and seasonal pressures, such as the heightened retail activity around Black Friday and the extended darkness of winter evenings. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.5 per 1,000, are 3% below the UK average, consistent with Solihull's relatively stable community environment. However, vehicle crime stands out as a marked anomaly, at 1.1 per 1,000 — 120% above the UK rate — likely driven by the area's extensive road networks and commuter traffic. This contrast with burglary rates, which are 106% above the UK average at 0.7 per 1,000, may reflect the presence of commercial properties and vehicle storage facilities in parts of the district. The seasonal context of November, with its focus on seasonal shopping and the timing of Bonfire Night, could also contribute to patterns such as shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000, 9% above UK average) and public order offences (0.5 per 1,000, 6% below UK average). These figures illustrate a combination of local infrastructure, population movement, and annual rhythms, rather than a singular cause.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories, with theft from the person increasing by 37.5% (8 to 11) — a sharp rise that may reflect the timing of Black Friday sales. Vehicle crime also rose by 7.3% (233 to 250), maintaining its position as the second-most common crime type in Solihull, and remains 120% above the UK average. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 69% (29 to 9), possibly linked to seasonal storage practices or improved security measures. The drop in possession of weapons (36 to 18, -50%) suggests a reduction in visible street-level tensions, though the category still exceeds the UK average by 67%. These changes highlight a mixed picture: while violent crime remains relatively low compared to national standards, property-related offences — particularly vehicle crime — persist as a significant local challenge. For residents, the 120% disparity in vehicle crime compared to the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas such as parking lots and commercial zones. The 37.5% rise in theft from the person, though small in absolute terms, may warrant closer attention during peak shopping periods.

Compared to October 2023, Solihull's crime rate fell by 12.9% to 7.4 per 1,000 residents from 8.5 per 1,000, marking the most substantial decline in the past year. This monthly drop translates to a significant reduction in daily crime exposure: 54 crimes per day in November compared to an estimated 59 in October. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 135 residents experienced a reported crime — a figure that, while modest, reflects the ongoing need for community vigilance. When scaled to Solihull's population of 221,242, the 7.4 per 1,000 rate equates to approximately 1,633 total crimes, a figure that remains 1.3% below the UK average. This comparative advantage is most evident in categories such as anti-social behaviour (62% below UK average) and criminal damage (15% below UK average), suggesting a stronger local focus on community policing and disorder prevention. However, the stark divergence in vehicle crime and burglary rates — 120% and 106% above UK averages respectively — indicates areas where national benchmarks may not fully apply. These discrepancies highlight the importance of tailored strategies for Solihull, where commuter traffic and commercial activity create unique risk profiles. The 12.9% monthly decline, while encouraging, also underscores the volatility of crime patterns in response to seasonal events such as Bonfire Night and the transition into winter.