Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Knowle and Dorridge recorded a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. The balance between property and violent crime reveals a distinct pattern: property crimes (36 incidents) outnumbered violent crimes (26 incidents), though both categories showed marked divergence from national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.8% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 — 57% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. This suggests a relatively low incidence of severe violence compared to the broader UK context. Property crime, meanwhile, was dominated by shoplifting (15.6% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (14.3%), with shoplifting rates 8% below the UK average. The area’s crime profile aligns with a suburban setting, where commercial zones and residential areas may intersect to create opportunities for theft. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the pattern: July, a peak summer month with schools out and festivals active, often sees increased foot traffic and outdoor events, which may influence both property crime (e.g. shoplifting in retail areas) and public order offences. However, the relatively low violent crime rate compared to the UK average could indicate effective community policing, lower population density, or a demographic profile less prone to violent conflict. The absence of significant spikes in violent crime during a period of heightened social activity may suggest that local initiatives or environmental factors — such as well-lit public spaces or community engagement — play a role in maintaining safety. This balance between property and violent crime highlights the area’s unique characteristics, where economic activity and population dynamics appear to shape crime patterns differently than in more densely populated or urban centres.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+500%), criminal damage and arson (+150%), and public order offences (+133.3%) compared to June, reflecting a marked shift in the crime mix. These rises, particularly in anti-social behaviour, may be linked to the summer season and increased social gatherings. Conversely, bicycle theft and other crime both declined — bicycle theft fell by 50% (from 2 to 1) and other crime dropped by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), potentially due to seasonal changes in cycling patterns or reduced opportunities for such crimes. The property-violent crime balance remained skewed, with property crimes comprising 46.8% of the total (36 out of 77), compared to 33.8% for violent crimes. This dominance of property crime is consistent with the area’s likely mix of residential and commercial spaces, where retail outlets and vehicle storage may create vulnerabilities. Violent crime in Knowle and Dorridge was 57% below the UK average, a gap that persisted despite the summer surge in public order offences. Vehicle crime, at 14.3% of total crimes, was 54% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, suggesting local factors — such as parking density or vehicle storage practices — may contribute to this category’s prominence. For residents, the 50% drop in bicycle theft could be a practical reassurance, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour underscores the need for community vigilance during peak summer activity.

Knowle and Dorridge’s crime rate in July 2025 (3.9 per 1,000) represented a 28.3% increase from June’s rate of 3.1 per 1,000, a rise that, while notable, still places the area significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in July, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than the broader rate. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 254 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while not negligible, contrasts sharply with the UK average. This lower exposure rate could reflect the area’s suburban nature, where population density and community policing may mitigate crime. The comparison to the previous month highlights a dynamic trend: while violent crime remained low, the surge in anti-social behaviour and public order offences suggests a shift in the types of incidents occurring. This could be influenced by the summer season, with festivals and open-air events increasing opportunities for disorderly conduct. The population-scaled perspective also shows that, despite the 28.3% monthly increase, the absolute number of crimes (77) remains relatively small for a community of 19,557 residents. This underscores the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both local and national frameworks, ensuring that residents understand the relative safety of their area while remaining aware of emerging trends.