Codsall Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Codsall’s crime profile in August 2025 reveals a striking balance between property and violent crime, with property offences (22) narrowly outpacing violent incidents (20). This equilibrium, while unusual, may be influenced by the area’s seasonal dynamics. As a built-up area within South Staffordshire, Codsall’s crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 is 43.2% below the UK average, a figure that underscores its relative safety. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.5% of all incidents, though this rate remains significantly lower than the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed, contributing 13.8% of reported crimes, with a 59% deficit compared to national levels. The seasonal context of August—a month marked by holidays and increased tourism—may have played a role in shaping these patterns. For instance, the 44% reduction in violence and sexual offences could reflect fewer public gatherings or heightened community engagement during the summer. Conversely, the 133.3% surge in shoplifting may be linked to empty homes or unattended retail spaces during the peak holiday period. These trends highlight the interplay between local geography, population density, and seasonal rhythms. Codsall’s low overall crime rate, combined with its specific vulnerabilities in property crime, suggests a need for targeted measures to address shoplifting and burglary, particularly during periods of heightened tourism or seasonal vacancy.

August 2025 saw a sharp 133.3% increase in shoplifting, rising from 3 to 7 incidents. This spike, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with the 80% drop in other theft, which fell from 5 to 1. The shift in property crime dynamics may be linked to August’s peak holiday season, when retail spaces are more likely to be unattended. Violent crime also showed a marked decline, with violence and sexual offences decreasing by 33.3% from 30 to 20. This reduction, while welcome, still leaves the rate at 1.6 per 1,000, 44% below the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary both doubled from previous month levels, a 100% increase each, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local parking and home security during the summer months. These changes highlight a combination of seasonal patterns and specific crime hotspots, with anti-social behaviour also halving in frequency, possibly due to increased community activity or targeted interventions.

Codsall's crime rate in August 2025 (4.6 per 1,000) marked a 12.2% decrease from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction aligns with broader patterns observed in the area over recent months, though seasonal factors such as August’s peak holiday season may have influenced local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day in August, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents, a monthly exposure rate that positions Codsall as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK. This statistic, when contextualised against the local population of 12,752, illustrates that the majority of residents are unlikely to experience crime directly. However, the balance between property and violent crime remains a focal point, with property crimes slightly outnumbering violent incidents, a trend that may reflect the area’s character as a mixed-use community with both residential and commercial spaces.