Featherstone Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

May 2025 saw Featherstone (South Staffordshire) experience a 10.0% decrease in its overall crime rate compared to the previous month, falling from 10.8 to 9.7 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 19.8% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent disparity in local crime trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 57.1% of all reported crimes, followed by public order offences (9.5%) and vehicle crime (7.9%). The seasonal context of May—characterised by bank holidays, extended evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to patterns observed in public order and violent crime categories. While the month-on-month decline suggests a short-term easing in overall crime levels, the disproportionate rise in specific categories compared to the UK average deserves closer attention. The area’s built-up character within South Staffordshire, combined with its proximity to regional transport routes, may explain the elevated rates of vehicle crime and criminal damage. These factors, alongside the impact of seasonal social dynamics, shape a crime profile that reflects both local vulnerabilities and broader regional trends.

May 2025 revealed significant fluctuations in crime types, with vehicle crime, criminal damage and arson, and 'other crime' each surging by 150% compared to the previous month. This sharp increase in these categories, despite a 28.0% reduction in violence and sexual offences, suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns. The 36 reported cases of violence and sexual offences—5.6 per 1,000 residents—remained 98% above the UK average, underscoring Featherstone’s persistent challenges in this area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 33.3%, dropping from 3 to 2 incidents, a change that may reflect targeted policing efforts or seasonal changes in community interactions. The UK average for public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) is 55% below Featherstone’s rate, while vehicle crime in the area is double the national average. These disparities highlight the need for tailored interventions. A resident would note that the 150% rise in 'other crime'—a category encompassing unclassified offences—could signal emerging risks that require further investigation.

The crime rate in Featherstone fell by 10.0% from 10.8 per 1,000 in April 2025 to 9.7 per 1,000 in May, marking a modest but notable improvement. Over the course of the month, 63 crimes were reported, equating to roughly 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while locally relevant, cannot be directly compared to UK-wide averages. On a population-scaled basis, the monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 103 residents provides context for residents: this means that, on average, every resident in Featherstone had a 1-in-103 chance of being directly affected by a crime during May. This monthly aggregate does not account for daily fluctuations, which may vary based on local events or policing activity. The comparison to the UK average remains stark: Featherstone’s crime rate is 19.8% higher than the national figure, a gap that persists despite the month-on-month decline. This contrast underscores the need for continued scrutiny of local factors, such as the area’s built-up nature and its role in regional transport networks, which may contribute to higher rates of vehicle-related and property crimes.