Willenhall Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Willenhall’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 9.6 per 1,000, placing it 18.5% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure underscores the area’s ongoing challenges with crime, particularly in property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 29.5% of all reported crimes, though their rate (2.8 per 1,000) matched the UK average. Shoplifting, however, emerged as a stark outlier, with a rate of 1.8 per 1,000—169% above the UK average—highlighting the pressure on local retail environments. Vehicle crime (1.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.7 per 1,000) also far exceeded national benchmarks, with the latter rising sharply due to an 111.8% increase in reported incidents. These trends align with seasonal factors: May’s longer evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased outdoor drinking and socialising, creating conditions conducive to both violent and property crimes. The area’s built-up nature, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, may further explain the high rates of vehicle crime and burglary, as these spaces often serve as focal points for opportunistic offenders. While the overall crime rate has remained stable compared to April, the distribution of crime types reveals a troubling imbalance, with property-related offences dominating the landscape. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or vehicle concentrations, as these may be targeted more frequently. The data also suggests that local initiatives aimed at reducing shoplifting and securing vehicles could yield measurable improvements in the coming months.

May 2025 saw an 111.8% surge in burglaries, jumping from 17 to 36 incidents, marking the most significant increase among all crime categories. This rise, coupled with a 29.3% uptick in vehicle crime (from 41 to 53), points to a troubling shift in criminal activity. Shoplifting, already 169% above the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, remained a persistent issue, though its share of total crimes (18.7%) slightly decreased from April. Conversely, robbery and theft from the person both fell—robbery dropped 44.4% (9 to 5) and theft from the person fell 50% (2 to 1)—suggesting some areas of improvement. Violence and sexual offences (29.5% of total crimes) remained aligned with the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), but the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime—both 150% and 175% above UK averages respectively—raises concerns for local residents. These increases may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which could heighten opportunities for property-related crimes.

Willenhall's crime rate in May 2025 remained stable at 9.5 per 1,000 compared to the previous month, with no significant shift in the overall trend. However, the local context reveals a daily average of 16 crimes reported, highlighting the persistent presence of criminal activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 104 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate is consistent with the area’s urban character, where higher population density and proximity to commercial hubs may contribute to increased opportunities for crime. While the rate has not fluctuated dramatically from April to May, the distribution of crime types—particularly the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime—suggests localized pressures that could warrant closer attention from community leaders and law enforcement.