Kinver, a built-up area in South Staffordshire, demonstrates a notably lower crime rate compared to both the wider Staffordshire region and the national average. As of the available data, Kinver’s crime rate stands at 50.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is considerably less than the UK average, which sits at 91.6 incidents per 1,000 people.
To put this into perspective, neighbouring areas showcase a varied picture. Stourton and New Wood both report a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, indicating extremely low levels of reported crime. Cookley, however, reports a rate of 98.3 per 1,000, highlighting the diversity of crime rates within the immediate vicinity. Wolverley’s rate is 72.3 per 1,000, still higher than Kinver’s.
Beyond just the raw crime rate figures, Kinver also benefits from a strong safety score of 88 out of 100. The UK average safety score is 79, suggesting Kinver is perceived as a considerably safer place to live. The lower crime rate and higher safety score are positive indicators for residents and potential newcomers to the area. The population of Kinver itself is 3921, meaning the reported 50.3 incidents represent a relatively small number of occurrences within the community.
It’s important to remember that crime rates are based on reported incidents and can fluctuate. However, the data consistently portrays Kinver as an area with a comparatively low crime rate and a high level of perceived safety within Staffordshire.