Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate for August 2024 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 67.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This marked disparity underscores the area's status as a relatively safe built-up district within Solihull, where crime levels remain consistently low compared to national benchmarks. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.0% and vehicle crime at 13.2%. These figures align with the characteristics of a mixed-use urban area, where the presence of local amenities and community-focused policing likely contributes to the lower rates of property crime. Seasonal factors such as August's peak holiday period may have influenced patterns, with the increased likelihood of empty homes potentially elevating burglary risks, though no such cases were reported this month. The overall crime rate is further contextualised by the UK's higher average, which includes areas with more pronounced urban challenges, such as higher population densities and greater economic disparities. The area's performance is also reflected in the UK-specific comparisons for individual categories, with violent crime rates 55% below the national average and anti-social behaviour 65% below, indicating a broader trend of effective community engagement and environmental design that deters criminal activity. This data reinforces the notion that Knowle and Dorridge's built-up area operates within a framework that prioritises safety through a combination of local initiatives, infrastructure planning, and resident involvement.

August 2024 witnessed a 200% surge in anti-social behaviour, rising from 3 to 9 incidents, a significant shift that may reflect changes in community activity or policing focus. Meanwhile, shoplifting increased by 50%, with incidents rising from 2 to 3, suggesting a potential link to seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year or increased foot traffic in local retail areas. Conversely, other theft cases fell sharply by 85.7%, dropping from 7 to 1, possibly indicating improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. The violent crime category, accounting for 43.4% of all reported crimes, remains 55% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a statistic that aligns with the area's overall low crime profile. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with specific categories showing marked changes that could inform local safety strategies.

Knowle and Dorridge's August 2024 crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 26.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent trend of declining crime in the area. On a daily basis, the local figure indicates roughly two crimes per day over the 31-day period, a rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure shows that one crime occurred for every 369 residents, a statistic that highlights the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. This figure is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, underscoring Knowle and Dorridge's position as a safer locality. The population context further reinforces this, as the 19,557 residents in the area experience crime at a rate that is both statistically and practically distinct from larger urban centres, where higher population density often correlates with elevated crime rates.