Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents in August 2025 stands at 64.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low level of criminal activity. The area's profile is shaped by its status as a built-up area within Solihull, a commuter belt suburb with limited industrial presence and a focus on residential and retail zones. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.1% of total crimes, followed closely by shoplifting (10.7%) and criminal damage and arson (10.7%). This balance between violent and property crimes contrasts with some UK regions where property crimes dominate. August, a peak holiday month, may have influenced local patterns, with seasonal factors like increased tourism and empty homes potentially affecting burglary risks. However, the area's crime rate remains stable, with no significant spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime compared to other months. The low overall rate suggests effective community policing and a strong local infrastructure that likely contributes to crime prevention. The breakdown of crime types also highlights the importance of targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as retail centres and public spaces, where shoplifting and public order offences occur. These findings align with broader trends in commuter suburbs, where lower crime rates are often linked to stable demographics and limited nightlife activity.

August 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing significant changes. Drugs-related offences surged by 100%, rising from 0 to 1 incident, while other theft and possession of weapons also increased by 100% (from 0 to 2 and 0 to 1 respectively). This spike in low-frequency crimes may reflect temporary disruptions. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), and vehicle crime fell by 54.5% (from 11 to 5), suggesting possible improvements in community engagement or policing efforts. The balance between violent and property crimes remained relatively stable, with violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) both significantly below UK averages. Violent crimes in the area were 58% below the UK rate of 2.9 per 1,000, a figure that underscores the area's safety compared to national trends. This disparity may be attributed to Knowle and Dorridge's demographic profile, with fewer concentrated nightlife areas and a strong local economy reducing opportunities for violent crime. The drop in vehicle crime could be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced car usage during holidays or improved street lighting in key areas. These findings offer residents a concrete insight into local policing priorities, with anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime emerging as areas where progress has been made.

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 in August 2025 represents a 27.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.9, indicating a downward trend in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that is likely to be perceived as manageable by local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 349 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many UK regions. With a population of 19,557, the area's small size and low crime numbers suggest a strong correlation between community cohesion and crime prevention. The comparison to the UK average highlights the area's exceptional performance, particularly in violent crime, where the rate of 1.2 per 1,000 is 58% below the national figure of 2.9 per 1,000. This achievement may be partly explained by the area's characteristics as a commuter suburb with limited nightlife and a focus on family-oriented housing. The monthly exposure statistic also provides context for residents: in practical terms, the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Knowle and Dorridge during August was far lower than the average UK resident's experience. This data reinforces the area's status as one of the safest in the UK, with crime prevention strategies likely benefiting from a combination of effective policing and a low-risk environment.