Pheasey Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pheasey's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, though the mix of crime types reveals notable patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 57.9% of all reported crimes (22 incidents), a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 — 23% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed with 15.8% of total crimes (6 incidents), at 0.6 per 1,000 — 59% below the UK average. These figures contrast with the national profile, where property crimes typically dominate. The seasonal context of May — with extended evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising — may partly explain the higher proportion of violent crime compared to other months. While the overall rate remains low, the relative concentration of violent crime suggests a need to consider local factors, such as the built-up area's density and potential for social interactions in public spaces. This profile aligns with Pheasey's character as a residential and commercial hub within Walsall, where community dynamics and local amenities may influence crime patterns differently than in more rural or suburban settings.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in shoplifting, which increased by 100% — from zero incidents in April to one in May. This anomaly may reflect a one-off event or a temporary vulnerability in retail security, though the low base rate (0.1 per 1,000) still places Pheasey 84% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 20%, with six incidents reported (up from five in April), while public order offences increased by 50% (from two to three). These shifts suggest a subtle uptick in low-level disorder, potentially linked to May's longer evenings and bank holidays. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 20%, dropping from five to four incidents — a decline consistent with seasonal patterns where warmer weather might reduce vehicle-related theft or vandalism. The violent crime category, which accounts for 57.9% of total crimes, remains 23% below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), though its share of total crime (57.9%) is higher than the national profile, where property crimes typically dominate. Residents may find the shoplifting increase particularly noteworthy, as it represents the first recorded incident in this category for the year, despite the area's overall low crime rate.

Pheasey's crime rate in May 2024 (3.9 per 1,000) marked a 7.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 259 residents — a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within the area's population of 9,823. On a daily basis, the rate translates to roughly one crime per day, a pace significantly slower than the UK average. This monthly exposure highlights the relative safety of Pheasey compared to other parts of the country, where the average resident faces a far higher risk of crime. The previous month's rate of 4.2 per 1,000, while still low, suggests a slight fluctuation in activity levels, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as the end of the Easter holiday period or variations in local events. The combination of a declining trend and consistently low rates underscores Pheasey's position as a comparatively safe built-up area within Walsall. However, the small but notable increases in shoplifting and public order offences serve as a reminder that even low-crime areas can experience isolated spikes, warranting continued attention to local security measures and community engagement initiatives.