Knowle and Dorridge Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Knowle and Dorridge maintained a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents — 50.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 — reflecting the area’s long-standing position as one of the safer built-up areas within Solihull. The crime profile was dominated by shoplifting (26.6% of all incidents) and violence and sexual offences (26.6%). Shoplifting, while still significantly higher than the UK average (1.1 vs 0.7 per 1,000), declined by 19.2% from April, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during May’s public holidays and the transition to longer evenings, which may have altered retail patterns. Conversely, violence and sexual offences remained 61% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s lower prevalence of nightlife-driven incidents compared to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of May — characterised by bank holidays and extended daylight hours — likely contributed to the overall stability in crime rates, with outdoor socialising and leisure activities deterring more serious offences. However, the rise in 'other crime' (a 100% increase from zero to two incidents) and bicycle theft (doubling from zero to one) suggests emerging challenges, though these remain isolated and low-frequency occurrences. The area’s relatively low crime rate, combined with its proximity to Solihull’s urban core and its mix of residential and commercial zones, underscores the importance of targeted policing and community engagement in maintaining this safety record.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in May 2025 was a 19.2% decrease in shoplifting, with incidents falling from 26 to 21. This decline, though modest, contrasts with the 100% increase in 'other crime' and the doubling of bicycle theft, both of which rose from zero to two and one respectively. These changes highlight a shifting crime mix, with property-related offences (49 total) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (21 total). Shoplifting remains higher than the UK average (1.1 vs 0.7 per 1,000), while violence and sexual offences are 61% below the UK rate (1.1 vs 2.8 per 1,000). The rise in bicycle theft may be linked to the area’s proximity to cycling routes and the increased outdoor activity typical of spring. Residents may find the 100% increase in 'other crime' — a category encompassing minor incidents like vandalism and disorder — particularly noteworthy, as it suggests evolving patterns in local criminal activity.

Knowle and Dorridge's crime rate in May 2025 (4.0 per 1,000) reflects a 4.7% decline from April's 4.2 per 1,000, marking a continued downward trend. This monthly rate translates to approximately 3 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while low, underscores the area’s consistent safety profile relative to national standards. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 248 residents, a statistic that contextualises the low monthly exposure for local residents. With a population of 19,557, this translates to a manageable scale of incidents, reinforcing the area’s position as a relatively secure built-up area within Solihull. The reduction in overall crime aligns with broader patterns seen in similar urban centres, where seasonal factors such as extended daylight and community events may contribute to lower reported incidents during spring. However, the daily crime figure remains a useful benchmark for residents, offering clarity on the frequency of incidents within their immediate environment.