Pheasey Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Pheasey, a built-up area within Walsall, recorded a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in August 2023, placing it 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1. This stark contrast with national trends underscores the area’s unique crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 51% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.2%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal crime, which may reflect the area’s community dynamics and local interactions. Seasonal factors also played a role, as August—a peak holiday month—typically increases the risk of burglary due to empty homes. However, the data shows a 41% reduction in burglary compared to the UK average, indicating that Pheasey’s relatively low property crime rates persist even during periods of heightened risk. This could be attributed to the area’s compact nature, where informal social networks may deter opportunistic crimes. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Pheasey (2.6 per 1,000) aligns closely with the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), though it remains 2% below—a minor but significant difference. Meanwhile, categories such as anti-social behaviour and other theft are substantially below UK averages, highlighting areas where local efforts may be particularly effective. The interplay of these factors illustrates a community with a manageable crime burden, where targeted interventions could further reduce the already low rates of certain offences.

August 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Other theft surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents, while anti-social behaviour and other crime each doubled compared to the previous month. This spike in non-violent crimes contrasts with a 75% decline in public order offences and a 28.6% drop in vehicle crime. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted: violence and sexual offences accounted for 51% of all incidents, a share that remains consistent with the UK average. However, other crime—though minimal in number—stood out as 54% above the UK average for the category, suggesting a localised anomaly that warrants attention. For residents, the sharp rise in other theft may signal a need for heightened awareness of personal belongings, particularly during the busy holiday season.

In August 2023, Pheasey’s crime rate rose by 4.4% compared to the previous month, climbing from 4.8 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while low, remains consistent with the area’s historical trend of relatively limited criminal activity. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 200 residents over the course of the month, a measure that contextualises the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. The population of 9,823 residents means that the crime rate, though above the UK average for certain categories, remains far below the national benchmark overall. This contrast highlights Pheasey’s distinct position within the broader UK crime profile, where its lower density and community-focused environment likely contribute to its comparatively safer conditions.