Perton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Perton's June 2025 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents places it 55.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer profile for this built-up area within South Staffordshire. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 56.7% of all reported incidents—27% below the UK average for this category. Public order offences (10.0% of total) and vehicle crime (10.0%) followed, with the latter slightly above the UK average. This pattern may partly explain by the area's relatively low population density and limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors appear to have influenced crime distribution, with June marking the start of summer and increased foot traffic in local retail areas. While violence rates remain significantly lower than national averages, the concentration of violent offences suggests targeted interventions may be warranted in high-traffic zones. The absence of significant property crime (only 5 incidents) contrasts with the UK average, likely reflecting Perton's smaller scale and lower commercial density. These figures illustrate a crime profile shaped by the area's built-up character, with limited seasonal volatility compared to regions reliant on tourism or seasonal events.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person doubling from zero to one incident—a 100% increase—while drugs-related offences also doubled from one to two. Public order offences fell by 50% compared to May, though this category remains 32% below the UK average. The crime mix shifted towards violent offences, which accounted for 56.7% of all reports—significantly higher than the UK average of 27% for this category. Vehicle crime, at 10.0% of total incidents, is the only category exceeding the UK average (0.4 vs 0.4 per 1,000). Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly noteworthy, as this type of crime is typically more common in high-footfall areas. The relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (72% below UK average) suggests effective local policing or community engagement in managing public spaces. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns even in areas with historically low rates.

Perton's crime rate rose 11.0% from 3.3 per 1,000 in May to 3.6 per 1,000 in June, though it remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in June—a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for every 276 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which would equate to one crime for every 123 residents (based on UK population and crime data). The population-scaled perspective shows that Perton's residents face a crime risk roughly half that of the national average. Despite the 11% increase from May, the overall rate remains in line with the area's historical trend of low crime. The daily crime count provides a tangible reference for residents, illustrating that even with the recent rise, the likelihood of encountering crime remains exceptionally low. This comparison underscores Perton's position as a safer-than-average community within South Staffordshire.