Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reporting in Knowle and Dorridge in June 2023, accounting for 25.6% of the 90 total incidents. This category, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 59% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, a contrast that may reflect the area's relatively stable community dynamics. Burglary, however, stood out as an outlier, with 17 cases (0.9 per 1,000) marking an 181% increase compared to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy could be attributed to the built-up nature of the area, where higher property density might contribute to targeted break-ins. Vehicle crime, at 12 incidents (0.6 per 1,000), was 28% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, suggesting potential challenges in securing commuter parking or residential zones. The overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 was 45.9% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, a figure that highlights the area's comparatively low crime profile. Seasonal factors, such as the start of summer and extended daylight hours, likely influenced patterns, with outdoor crimes like criminal damage and arson rising sharply. However, the absence of a major spike in theft from the person or anti-social behaviour, which were both significantly below UK averages, indicates that local policing or community engagement efforts may be effective in mitigating certain crime types. The data suggests a combination of environmental factors, resident demographics, and policing strategies shaping the area's crime picture.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Knowle and Dorridge. Criminal damage and arson surged by 133.3%, rising from 3 to 7 incidents, likely linked to increased outdoor activity during longer summer days. Simultaneously, possession of weapons more than doubled, with three incidents reported—a significant increase from zero in the previous month. This spike may reflect heightened tensions or unseasonal behaviour. Conversely, shoplifting declined by 30.0%, with incidents dropping from 10 to 7, possibly due to targeted retail security measures. Burglary remains a concern, with a rate 181% above the UK average (17 cases vs 0.3 per 1,000). This stark contrast to national trends suggests local factors, such as property density or policing strategies, may be at play. Vehicle crime, though 28% above the UK average, decreased by 20.0% from 15 to 12 incidents, indicating potential success in addressing parking-related vulnerabilities.

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 20.1% from the previous month's 3.8 per 1,000 to 4.6 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, 90 crimes were reported, equating to roughly 3 crimes per day for the area's 19,557 residents. This daily figure provides a tangible sense of the crime frequency faced by local households. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for every 217 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. While this figure is lower than the UK average, the monthly increase highlights the need for continued monitoring. The population context further underscores that even small shifts in crime rates can have measurable impacts on community safety perceptions, particularly when combined with seasonal factors like the start of summer.