Codsall Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Codsall's October 2025 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents places it 32.5% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects the area's relatively low crime profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (15 incidents, 22.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (13 incidents, 19.7%) and criminal damage and arson (7 incidents, 10.6%). This distribution aligns with Codsall's character as a built-up area within South Staffordshire, where community dynamics and local policing likely play a role in moderating violent crime. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, Halloween, and the transition into winter—may have influenced certain patterns, such as the 33.3% decrease in shoplifting, which could indicate heightened retail security measures during the festive period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences rose sharply, linked to increased social activity in the evenings or the impact of seasonal events. Codsall's violent crime rate (1.2 per 1,000) is 55% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the town's smaller population, stronger community cohesion, or effective local crime prevention strategies. While the overall rate remains low, the month-on-month increase in drug-related offences and public order issues warrants attention, particularly as these categories deviate from the UK average in ways that could signal emerging challenges. The data underscores a combination of local factors and seasonal rhythms, where sustained low crime rates coexist with temporary fluctuations that require ongoing monitoring.

October 2025 saw a marked decrease in shoplifting, which fell by 33.3% from 9 to 6 incidents—a shift that may reflect heightened police presence during Halloween or seasonal retail security measures. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 11.8%, from 17 to 15 cases, though this reduction is modest compared to the sharp 300% increase in drug-related crimes, which rose from 1 to 4 incidents. This surge in drug offences, now at 0.3 per 1,000 residents (7% above the UK average), raises questions about local patterns from the data. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences both saw significant month-on-month increases, with anti-social behaviour rising 160% and public order offences jumping 133%. These trends contrast with the UK average, where anti-social behaviour remains 21% below national levels, suggesting Codsall’s community may face unique pressures during this time of year.

Codsall's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 40.4% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.7 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the daily crime count remains low at approximately 2 crimes per day, equating to one reported crime for roughly every 193 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents: in practical terms, the likelihood of encountering crime in Codsall is significantly lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that, despite the month-on-month rise, the area's overall crime rate remains 32.5% below the UK average. This contrast suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be contributing to sustained lower rates compared to national trends, even as temporary fluctuations occur. The increase in October could reflect seasonal dynamics, such as darker evenings and Halloween events, which may temporarily influence crime patterns without indicating a long-term shift.