The question of whether there are specific 'hotspots' for violent crime in Perton is complex. While the term 'hotspot' often implies concentrated areas of elevated crime, data for such granular detail isn't publicly available for Perton, a built-up area (BUA) in South Staffordshire. However, we can assess the overall crime landscape and offer context.
Perton’s overall crime rate currently stands at 46.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is notably lower than the UK national average, which is 91.6 per 1,000. This suggests that, generally, Perton is a relatively safe place to live. A safety score of 88/100 further reinforces this assessment, exceeding the UK average safety score of 79.
It’s important to understand that a lower crime rate doesn’t equate to zero crime. All areas experience incidents, and the nature of crime can fluctuate. The lack of publicly available data pinpointing specific crime hotspots within Perton means we cannot definitively identify particular streets or locations with higher crime concentrations.
It's also crucial to consider the type of crime reported. The provided data refers to overall crime, not specifically violent crime. While violent crime is a subset of overall crime, the absence of specific data requires caution in drawing conclusions about violent crime hotspots.
To stay informed about local safety, residents are encouraged to:
- Engage with local community watch schemes.
- Report any suspicious activity to the police.
- Review crime statistics for South Staffordshire as a wider area (although this won't provide Perton-specific detail).
- Stay informed about local news and alerts from Staffordshire Police.