Willenhall Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Willenhall's November 2025 crime profile reveals a distinct balance of crime types that reflects the area's urban character and seasonal dynamics. The overall crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 26% above the UK average, with the most significant disparities concentrated in violent and property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.5% of all reported crimes, a proportion significantly higher than the UK average of 25%. This pattern may be influenced by the area's proximity to Walsall's urban core, where higher population density and social interactions could contribute to such incidents. Concurrently, shoplifting and vehicle crime each represented 14% of total crimes, both figures 106% and 225% above the UK average respectively. These elevated rates could be linked to the area's retail presence, particularly during the Black Friday shopping period, and the vulnerability of vehicles in a built-up environment with limited secure parking options. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and the onset of prolonged darkness—may have further exacerbated these trends, creating conditions where opportunistic crimes are more likely to occur. While the crime mix does not show an overwhelming dominance of any single category, the combination of high violent crime and property-related offences suggests a combination of local factors that require targeted policing and community engagement strategies.

November 2025 saw a sharp 300% increase in theft from the person, rising from one to four incidents—a spike that may reflect heightened foot traffic during Black Friday sales or the impact of dark evenings. Vehicle crime also rose significantly, with 64 incidents recorded, 225% above the UK average and a stark contrast to the previous month's 56 cases. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 43.8%, from 32 to 18, potentially linked to the absence of seasonal events that often accompany such disturbances. The crime mix reveals a troubling imbalance: 34.5% of reported incidents involved violence and sexual offences, far exceeding the UK average of 25%, while shoplifting and vehicle crime each accounted for 14% of total crimes, both 106% and 225% above the national averages respectively. This suggests a unique combination of factors, including the area's retail presence and the challenges of managing vehicle-related crime in a built-up environment.

Willenhall's November 2025 crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 6.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.8, reflecting a slight but notable shift in local patterns. This reduction aligns with the end of the Halloween season and the transition into darker winter evenings, which may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 15 reported crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 109 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the built-up area. With a population of nearly 50,000, this rate suggests that while the area is not exceptionally high-risk, it remains a focal point for targeted crime prevention efforts. The comparison to the UK average is less relevant here, as the local context—particularly the proximity to Walsall's urban core and the presence of retail hubs—creates a distinct micro-environment for crime.