Willenhall Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Willenhall's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 39% higher than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This elevated rate reflects a combination of local factors, including the area's role as a built-up district within Walsall, where industrial legacies and commuter traffic may contribute to higher property crime rates. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 29.9% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—25% above the UK average. This may be partially explained by the area's proximity to Walsall town centre and the presence of public transport hubs that see concentrated foot traffic. Vehicle crime, at 1.4 per 1,000, was 198% above the UK average, likely linked to the area's industrial infrastructure and high volume of commercial vehicles. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was the only category below the UK average, at 1.2 per 1,000 (2% below), which could indicate effective community policing efforts or lower prevalence of nuisance crimes. Seasonal factors in April—Easter holidays, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced patterns, though the stability in overall crime rate compared to March suggests no dramatic seasonal shift. The breakdown illustrates a mixed picture: while violent crime remains a persistent concern, property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle-related offences are high, warranting targeted interventions.

April 2024 saw notable declines in burglary and robbery, with burglary dropping 40% (from 40 to 24 incidents) and robbery falling 36.4% (from 11 to 7). These decreases may reflect improved community engagement or seasonal factors, as Easter and spring weather typically see reduced outdoor activity in some areas. However, other categories showed concerning trends: shoplifting rose 33.3% to 72 incidents, and theft from the person doubled to 2 cases. Violence and sexual offences remained high at 3.2 per 1,000, 25% above the UK average. Vehicle crime, at 1.4 per 1,000, was 198% above the UK rate, a figure that likely correlates with the area's industrial infrastructure and commuter traffic patterns. The 100% increase in theft from the person, though small in absolute terms, underscores the need for targeted awareness campaigns in high-traffic zones.

Willenhall's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, a 1.7% decrease from the previous month's 10.9 per 1,000. This suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 18 reported crimes each day, reflecting a consistent level of local activity. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-93 residents indicates that, over the course of April, each resident had a roughly 1.07% chance of being directly affected by a crime. This figure, while notable, must be contextualised within Willenhall's demographic profile as a built-up area within Walsall. The stability in crime rate contrasts with the UK average, which remains 39% lower at 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting the area's distinct challenges. These statistics provide residents with a concrete understanding of the risk landscape, though they do not account for unreported incidents or variations in policing effectiveness.