Codsall Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Codsall's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the built-up area within South Staffordshire 43.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This consistent safety record, despite the modest 6.4% increase from January's 3.8 per 1,000, reflects a combination of local characteristics and seasonal factors. The most significant category by volume was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.2% of all reported crimes — 20 cases in total. This rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 36% below the UK average for this category, a trend that may partly stem from the area's relatively low population density and the influence of seasonal patterns, with February's pre-spring lull potentially reducing opportunities for such incidents. The second-largest category, criminal damage and arson, saw a notable increase of 125% compared to January, though it still remained below the UK average. This category's rate of 0.7 per 1,000 is 30% above the national average of 0.5 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may reflect local conditions such as the area's built-up nature and the potential for vandalism in public spaces. The third most common category, shoplifting, declined by 25% compared to January, with 6 cases recorded — a rate of 0.5 per 1,000, 7% below the UK average. This decrease, while small, may be consistent with the winter season's reduced retail activity and lower foot traffic in the area. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both the area's geographic and demographic characteristics and the seasonal rhythms that influence criminal behaviour.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, while small in absolute terms, contrasts with the 125% rise in criminal damage and arson, which jumped from 4 to 9 cases. Both increases defy expectations for a winter month, when outdoor activity typically declines. The most surprising shift, however, was the 16.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 24 to 20 cases — a rate of 1.6 per 1,000, 36% below the UK average. This category remained the largest share of total crimes (39.2%), but its drop may reflect seasonal factors, as February's pre-spring lull could reduce opportunities for such incidents. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 33.3%, from 6 to 4 cases, a trend consistent with the area's generally low levels of this category. Shoplifting decreased by 25%, from 8 to 6 cases, though it still remained 7% below the UK average for this category. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local patterns and national trends.

Codsall's crime rate in February 2024 rose slightly to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 6.4% increase from 3.8 per 1,000 in January. This places the area firmly within the lower end of the UK crime spectrum, with the overall rate remaining 43.7% below the national average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 29-day period, a figure that reflects the relatively low density of reported incidents. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 250 residents, a statistic that underscores the area's consistent safety record despite the small uptick. This ratio is particularly notable when considering Codsall's built-up character within South Staffordshire, where higher population densities in some areas might typically correlate with higher crime rates. The modest increase in February may partly reflect seasonal transitions, as colder weather can sometimes influence patterns of outdoor activity and public engagement.