Featherstone Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Featherstone (South Staffordshire) recorded a crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.4% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked a stark contrast to the national profile, where violent crime typically constitutes around 2.7 per 1,000. In Featherstone, violence and sexual offences accounted for 57.4% of all reported crimes, with 39 incidents recorded — a figure 126% above the UK average for this category. This imbalance between property and violent crime suggests a significant local dynamic at play, potentially linked to the area’s built-up character and the seasonal context of October. The month, marked by darker evenings and Halloween, may have contributed to increased incidents of violence, particularly in public spaces. Property crime, while lower in volume (12 incidents), still showed notable deviations: vehicle crime at 1.2 per 1,000 (186% above UK average) and 'other crime' at 1.6 per 1,000 (841% above UK average), suggesting a combination of factors affecting different crime types. The seasonal shift, with clocks going back and reduced daylight, likely amplified risks in areas with higher foot traffic or limited street lighting. The data underscores a need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while acknowledging the broader environmental and temporal influences shaping crime patterns.

October 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 166.7% (from 3 to 8 incidents) and 'other crime' rising by 66.7% (from 6 to 10). This sharp increase in vehicle-related offences may reflect heightened activity in local car parks or transport hubs during the month. Conversely, burglary fell by 50.0% (from 2 to 1), a drop that could indicate improved security measures or temporary displacement of offenders. The dominance of violent crime, with 39 incidents (57.4% of total), highlights a marked deviation from the UK profile, where violent offences typically account for around 35% of all crimes. Violence and sexual offences in Featherstone were 126% above the UK average, a disparity that could be linked to local factors such as the area’s built-up nature or seasonal influences. The rise in 'other crime' — which includes unclassified offences — may signal underreporting or evolving criminal behaviour patterns. For residents, the surge in vehicle crime offers a tangible concern, as it directly impacts daily life and may require heightened vigilance in parking areas or near local amenities.

Featherstone’s crime rate in October 2025 (10.5 per 1,000) represented a 44.6% increase compared to the previous month’s rate of 7.3 per 1,000, a rise that underscores a troubling trend in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, this translated to roughly 2 crimes reported per day — a figure that, while modest on a daily basis, accumulates to a significant monthly burden for the area’s 6,468 residents. On a population-scaled perspective, this equates to one reported crime occurring for every 95 residents over the month, a rate that, while not extreme, highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in a relatively small community. When compared to the UK average, this local rate remains high, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which far outstrip national benchmarks. The contrast with other UK regions is especially stark in 'other crime', where Featherstone’s rate was 841% above the UK average — a discrepancy that may reflect local vulnerabilities or gaps in law enforcement coverage. This data suggests a need for tailored strategies addressing both the immediate spikes in specific crime types and the broader structural factors contributing to the area’s elevated risk profile.