Bewdley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Bewdley’s crime rate for June 2024 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 23.2% below the UK average of 8.2. This positions Bewdley as one of the safer built-up areas within Wyre Forest, a largely rural district with a small town centre. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.7% of all reported crimes—slightly lower than the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed at 20.8%, and criminal damage and arson at 11.1%, though the latter was 15% above the UK average. These patterns may partly reflect Bewdley’s seasonal rhythms, with June marking the start of the summer tourism season in nearby rural areas. The area’s lower property crime rate—only 20 incidents compared to 30 violent crimes—suggests a balance between community policing efforts and the transient nature of summer visitors. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the shift in crime mix from property to violent offences may signal evolving local dynamics, such as increased foot traffic in public spaces during longer evenings. This contrasts with some UK urban centres where property crime typically dominates, highlighting Bewdley’s distinct character as a small town with limited commercial density.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in Bewdley’s crime profile, with other theft and shoplifting both doubling compared to May, while burglary fell by 60%. Other theft, which had previously accounted for just one incident, rose to three—a 200% increase—possibly linked to increased retail activity as summer tourism began. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 42.9%, from seven to four, which may reflect reduced parking congestion during the early summer months. Criminal damage and arson also surged by 166.7%, from three to eight incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This spike could be tied to local events or environmental factors, though no direct causation can be confirmed. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 16.7%, from six to five, aligning with the UK’s broader 34% deficit in this category. The area’s violent crime rate—2.6 per 1,000—remained 6% below the UK average, suggesting effective community interventions or lower conflict density in local spaces. These fluctuations underscore the importance of monitoring seasonal trends, particularly as Bewdley’s small town centre becomes more active during the summer months.

Bewdley’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 12.4% compared to the previous month, increasing from 5.6 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, Bewdley experienced approximately two crimes per day in June—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s small population of 11,348 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 158 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban centres. This statistic provides context for residents: the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Bewdley is considerably lower than in larger cities, where monthly exposure rates often exceed one in 50. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the relative stability of Bewdley’s crime environment, even as specific categories like criminal damage and arson fluctuated. These figures, when combined with the area’s built-up character within Wyre Forest, suggest a community that maintains low crime rates despite seasonal variations in activity levels. The comparison to the UK average reinforces Bewdley’s position as an outlier in terms of safety. month-on-month increase underscores the need for continued monitoring of emerging trends.