Great Wyrley and Cheslyn Hay Crime April 2025 | Statistics

Great Wyrley and Cheslyn Hay’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 53.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked divergence from the national picture underscores the area’s unique position within South Staffordshire’s built-up landscape. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.3%) and public order offences (12.3%). These figures suggest a mix of social and environmental factors shaping local crime patterns, with the area’s lower rates possibly linked to its suburban character and community-oriented infrastructure. The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter holiday and spring weather—adds further nuance to the data. For example, the temporary influx of visitors during Easter may have influenced spikes in certain categories, such as criminal damage and arson, which rose sharply by 150% compared to the previous month. Conversely, the decline in vehicle crime by 66.7% could be attributed to reduced traffic congestion during the holiday period or increased use of home-based parking. The area’s crime profile also shows a consistent gap from the UK average across multiple categories, with violence and sexual offences at 46% below the national rate and burglary at 63% below. These disparities highlight the area’s relative safety and suggest that local policies or community dynamics may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels. The seasonal shift to spring, with longer evenings and warmer weather, may have also influenced outdoor activities and social interactions, contributing to the observed trends. While the overall crime rate remains low, the variations in specific categories offer insights into the combination of local conditions and national trends.

April 2025 revealed contrasting trends in crime types, with criminal damage and arson surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and shoplifting rising by 50% (4 to 6). These increases may be linked to the Easter holiday period, when temporary residents or disrupted routines could influence local activity. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped sharply by 66.7% (9 to 3), a shift that could reflect seasonal changes in parking patterns or heightened community awareness during the spring. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (38.6% of total crimes), saw a 15.4% reduction compared to March, a decline that may be partly explained by the Easter break reducing opportunities for such incidents. The area’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.4 per 1,000) is 46% below the UK average, highlighting a consistent divergence from national trends in this category. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 37.5% (8 to 11), reflecting increased social interactions during the holiday period.

The area's crime rate in April 2025 fell to 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a 15.0% reduction from the previous month’s 4.2 rate. This decline aligns with a broader trend of sustained safety relative to the UK average, where the national rate stands at 7.7 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged just 2 incidents over 30 days, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 15,998, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 281 residents—a statistic that may offer reassurance to local households. This level of safety is consistent with the area’s mix of urban and suburban characteristics, which likely contribute to its distinct patterns. For instance, the drop in vehicle crime could be linked to seasonal changes in parking habits or increased community vigilance during the Easter period. The area’s crime profile reflects a combination of environmental and social factors that appear to mitigate risks typically associated with higher-density areas.