Willenhall Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Willenhall’s crime rate stood at 9.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.3% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This elevated rate translates to one reported crime for every 105 residents over the course of the month, a figure that situates the area within a broader context of urban challenges. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.7% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (18.5%) and anti-social behaviour (9.2%). These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a built-up district within Walsall, where retail and community hubs intersect with higher foot traffic. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—likely contributes to increased public space usage, which may partly explain the prominence of violent and disorderly crimes. While shoplifting rates were 186% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour fell 37% below national levels, illustrating the combination of local factors. The higher-than-average incidence of violence may also correlate with the area’s demographic mix, including a population that includes both long-term residents and transient workers. This per-capita perspective highlights that while the overall rate is elevated, the specific crime types and their distribution reveal a nuanced picture of risk that differs from the UK average. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly retail and community spaces, while also acknowledging the lower rates of certain offences that may reflect successful local initiatives or demographic characteristics.

June 2025 saw a 120% increase in robbery cases, rising from 5 to 11, and a 100% surge in possession of weapons, doubling from 6 to 12. These spikes contrast with declines in burglary (-41.7%) and vehicle crime (-28.3%), suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.7% of all crimes, a rate 8% above the UK average, while shoplifting—18.5% of total crimes—was 186% above the UK norm. This disparity underscores the area’s unique challenges, particularly in retail environments. A resident might note that anti-social behaviour, though 37% below the UK average, remains a local concern, with 44 incidents reported. The contrast between rising violent crimes and falling property crimes may reflect seasonal factors, as summer activities draw more people to public spaces, increasing opportunities for certain offences.

Willenhall's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 9.5 per 1,000, a 0.8% decrease from May's 9.6 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime patterns during the month. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 16 reported crimes, translating to one crime for every 105 residents over the course of June. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of risk: in a typical month, a resident has a 1-in-105 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. The population context further highlights the scale—Willenhall’s 50,000 residents collectively face 477 crimes, a rate 17.3% higher than the UK average. While the rate is stable compared to the previous month, the distribution of crime types and their UK comparisons reveal deeper trends, such as shoplifting being 186% above the national average. These figures underscore that while the overall rate is consistent, the nature of crime remains distinct from the UK profile.