Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Knowle and Dorridge, just three crimes were reported in November 2024, placing the area significantly below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to a daily risk of approximately two crimes across the built-up area within Solihull, a figure that underscores the area's relative safety. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.9% of all reported incidents—57% below the UK average for this category. This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, it is far less prevalent than in other parts of the country. Property crimes, however, made up 54% of the total, with vehicle crime (19.1%) and burglary (14.3%) standing out as significant contributors. These figures may reflect the area's commuter-oriented nature, with vehicles and properties in residential zones being targeted. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the post-Black Friday shopping period likely influenced the crime profile, though the overall rate remained stable compared to previous months. The data also reveals that anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are well below national averages, indicating a community environment that, while not immune to crime, maintains a lower baseline of disorder compared to other UK areas.

November 2024 saw a dramatic 350% increase in burglary cases, rising from two to nine incidents. This sharp rise, coupled with a 50% jump in vehicle crime and a 100% increase in bicycle theft, points to shifting patterns in property-related offences. Violent crime, however, remained lower than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 34.9% of all reported crimes. The breakdown also reveals that vehicle crime in the area is 36% above the national average, potentially reflecting the area's commuter-oriented infrastructure and increased car ownership. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rates are 73% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively stable community environment despite the rise in property crime. Residents may find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly concerning, as it highlights vulnerabilities in securing personal property during the darker evenings of November.

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 10.1% decrease from the previous month's 3.6 per 1,000. This translates to roughly two crimes reported daily across the built-up area, a figure that contextualises the risk as relatively low compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 310 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in this area. When scaled to the local population of 19,557, the 63 total crimes recorded represent a manageable level of risk for residents. The drop from October to November aligns with seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and reduced foot traffic during the post-Black Friday period may have contributed to the decline in certain crime types. However, the persistence of property crimes—accounting for 54% of the total—suggests ongoing vulnerabilities in areas with high vehicle presence or unsecured properties.