Walsall Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Walsall recorded 2,490 crimes in November 2024, translating to 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents. For a population of 295,678, this equates to roughly one crime for every 119 residents over the course of the month—a figure that provides a tangible sense of the scale of incidents affecting the area. This rate is 10.5% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may be influenced by Walsall's character as a mid-sized urban district with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.2% of all reported incidents (952 cases), significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (24% above). Shoplifting followed closely, contributing 13.8% of total crimes (343 cases) at a rate of 1.2 per 1,000, 74% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 28% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors that mitigate disorder. Seasonal context plays a role, with November's shorter evenings and events like Bonfire Night potentially influencing crime patterns. The month also coincides with the end of the festive shopping period, which may reduce opportunities for retail-related crimes but could increase incidents linked to alcohol consumption or public gatherings. These dynamics illustrate the interplay between local conditions and broader national trends, requiring tailored approaches to address Walsall's specific challenges.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Walsall's crime profile. Drug-related offences increased by 34.6%, rising from 52 to 70 incidents, a jump that may reflect heightened activity around Black Friday shopping. Conversely, burglary fell by 32.4%, declining from 111 to 75, potentially linked to seasonal changes or targeted policing efforts. Public order offences also rose by 11.5%, suggesting increased disorder in public spaces during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 38.2% of all crimes, significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (24% above). Shoplifting, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 74% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the town's retail presence. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was 28% below the UK average, indicating a relative success in managing disruptive conduct. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the need for adaptive strategies to address emerging trends.

Walsall's crime rate in November 2024 dropped by 11.2% compared to October's 9.5 per 1,000, settling at 8.4 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and the end of the festive shopping period may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 83 crimes were reported each day in November, a figure that provides a tangible sense of local risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 119 residents, a ratio that underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of nearly 300,000. This monthly exposure rate is a useful metric for residents to contextualise their personal risk, though it does not account for variations in individual circumstances or neighbourhood-specific factors. The population context further highlights that Walsall's crime rate remains 10.5% above the UK average, suggesting that local conditions—such as the town's mix of urban and industrial areas—may contribute to this disparity. These figures, while static, reflect broader trends that require ongoing analysis to understand their implications for policing and community safety.