Codsall Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Codsall’s crime picture in July 2024, accounting for 40.4% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 51.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. This discrepancy may be partly explained by Codsall’s built-up character within South Staffordshire, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could mitigate broader crime patterns. The top crime categories—violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage—reflect a mix of personal and property-related concerns, though the latter two are lower than UK averages. Seasonal context plays a role in shaping these figures: July, a peak summer month, brings heightened foot traffic due to tourism, festivals, and school holidays, which may contribute to both increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour and reduced oversight of public spaces. However, the area’s crime rate remains relatively stable, with no significant spikes in property crime despite the influx of visitors. The dominance of violent crime over property-related offences suggests a different dynamic than typical urban centres, where shoplifting or burglary might be more prevalent. This pattern could be linked to Codsall’s smaller size and the absence of major retail hubs, which might reduce incentives for property crime while leaving personal safety as a more pressing concern. The interplay between local demographics, seasonal activities, and policing strategies likely shapes this unique crime profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these hypotheses.

July 2024 saw a 300% surge in ‘other crime,’ rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This category, which includes unclassified offences, spiked despite a 19.2% drop in violence and sexual offences, which remained the dominant category at 40.4% of all crimes. The reduction in violent crime may partly explain the shift in crime mix, as fewer severe incidents could have redirected attention to other, less severe categories. Anti-social behaviour fell by 40% compared to June, from 10 to 6 incidents, a decline consistent with the quieter summer nights that characterise the area during this time. Codsall’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.7 per 1,000) is 40% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may contribute to this gap. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose sharply by 200%, from 2 to 6 incidents, a trend that could reflect seasonal activities like outdoor events or increased vandalism linked to tourism.

Codsall’s crime rate in July 2024 fell to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 14.6% decrease from June’s 4.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as summer months often see shifts in criminal activity due to changing community dynamics and event schedules. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 245 residents—a monthly figure that translates to a relatively low frequency of incidents for the area. Daily crime counts averaged 2 incidents per day, a localised metric that reflects the small population and compact nature of the built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Codsall’s overall rate remains significantly lower, underscoring the area’s distinct crime profile. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the 300% increase in ‘other crime’ this month, the absolute numbers remain modest in a community of 12,752 people. This context is crucial for residents assessing local safety, as the data suggests a consistent trend of lower crime exposure relative to national benchmarks.