Pelsall Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Pelsall during June 2025 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly 40% of all reported incidents — a figure that significantly exceeds the UK average for this category. This imbalance between violent and property crimes contrasts with broader national trends, where property-related offences typically dominate. The area's crime mix suggests a combination of local factors, including the built-up nature of Pelsall within Walsall and its proximity to retail and community hubs. With 57 crimes reported across 9,663 residents, the rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents places Pelsall 27.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that may reflect both the area's lower population density and its relatively stable social environment. The seasonal context of June — marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours — appears to have influenced the crime mix, with increased public space usage likely contributing to the prominence of violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 14% of all crimes, remains 44% below the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the area's community-focused policing initiatives and the presence of local amenities that foster positive social interactions. The relatively low incidence of burglary (1.8%) and drug-related crimes (1.8%) further supports the notion that Pelsall's built-up character, while urban, maintains a lower risk profile compared to larger cities. This pattern is reinforced by the 89% gap between Pelsall's vehicle crime rate and the UK average, a discrepancy that could be explained by the area's limited car ownership compared to more suburban or rural regions. The overall crime rate, while lower than national averages, highlights the need for continued monitoring of violent crime trends, particularly as summer activities intensify and public spaces become more crowded.

June saw a 100% increase in both robbery and bicycle theft, with the latter marking its first recorded incident in the month. This spike in robbery — from one to two incidents — aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months, when outdoor activity and public spaces become more crowded. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 61.1%, a decline consistent with reduced vehicle usage during warmer weather and increased foot traffic in local streets. The area's violent crime mix also shifted significantly, with violence and sexual offences surging by 83.3% compared to May. This category remains 20% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, a contrast that may reflect Pelsall's relatively lower population density compared to major urban centres. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 50%, a drop that could be linked to the closure of local venues over the Easter holidays, though this remains speculative without additional data. The 89% gap between Pelsall's vehicle crime rate and the UK average highlights a unique local trend, influenced by the area's proximity to Walsall's main transport hubs and the presence of older vehicle models in the community.

Pelsall's crime rate in June 2025 fell by 8.1% compared to May, reflecting a continuing trend of stability in the built-up area's security profile. With 57 crimes reported over 30 days, the daily crime count averaged 1.9 incidents per day — a figure that places Pelsall among the lower end of localised crime statistics for similarly sized areas. When scaled to the area's population of 9,663 residents, this translates to one reported crime for every 170 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy in the context of Pelsall's urban character, where higher population density typically correlates with increased crime opportunities. The localised nature of the crime mix — with violence and sexual offences dominating over property crimes — contrasts with broader UK trends, suggesting that local social dynamics and community structures may play a more significant role in shaping crime patterns than typical urban influences. The 27.2% gap between Pelsall's rate and the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 further underscores the area's distinct position within national crime statistics.