Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Knowle and Dorridge’s crime rate in September 2024 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure 57.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This performance underscores the area’s continued safety, despite the month-on-month rise from 2.7 per 1,000 in August. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 53.1% of all incidents. This dominance of violent crime, while notable, is still 35% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as the area’s character as a built-up district within Solihull—play a role in shaping crime patterns. Property crimes, including vehicle crime and shoplifting, were also significantly lower than the UK average, with shoplifting at 71% below the national rate. The seasonal context of September—marked by back-to-school activities and the return of university freshers—may have influenced these trends. The lower-than-average shoplifting rates could reflect the area’s limited retail density compared to major urban centres, while the dominance of violent crime may be linked to the local demographics and community dynamics. These patterns, combined with the area’s overall low crime rate, illustrate a unique crime profile that contrasts with national trends.

September saw a dramatic 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, with cases rising from 3 to 9. This surge may partly explain the overall 20.7% monthly rise in crime. Anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 77.8%, dropping from 9 to 2—a decline that could reflect seasonal factors, such as the return of students to educational institutions. Violent crimes, which accounted for 53.1% of all incidents, remained 35% below the UK average, illustrating the area’s relative safety despite the overall upward trend. Shoplifting, at 0.2 per 1,000, was 71% below the national average, a stark contrast to the UK’s 0.7 per 1,000 rate. This discrepancy may be influenced by the area’s character as a built-up district within Solihull, where retail presence is lower compared to major urban centres. Meanwhile, the 100% rise in other theft and other crime categories highlights emerging patterns that warrant further monitoring.

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate in September 2024 rose 20.7% compared to the previous month, climbing from 2.7 to 3.3 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a local increase, the area remains 57.1% below the UK average, highlighting its continued safety relative to national trends. Daily crime counts averaged two incidents per day in September, a figure that, while consistent with the area’s low overall rate, reflects the small scale of local challenges. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 306 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of crime in this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 19,557, the 64 total crimes reported represent a manageable burden for local services, though the upward trend from August warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that even with the month-on-month rise, Knowle and Dorridge remains a secure place to live, with crime levels far below the national benchmark.