Wyre Forest Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Wyre Forest's crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 1.3% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent tension between violent and property crime. Violent crimes accounted for 38% of all incidents (308 cases), compared to 34% for property crimes (273 cases). This imbalance suggests a shift in crime dynamics, with violence and sexual offences emerging as the most prevalent category at 3.0 per 1,000 — 15% above the UK average. The seasonal context of April, marked by Easter and spring weather, likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may have amplified opportunities for violent encounters. Anti-social behaviour (149 cases) and criminal damage (62 cases) followed closely, with both categories exceeding UK averages by 5%. The area's relatively low shoplifting rate (0.6 per 1,000) — 9% below the UK average — may indicate effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic compared to urban centres. However, vehicle crime (52 cases) rose 32% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in car parks or transport hubs. These patterns align with Wyre Forest's character as a mixed rural-urban district, where seasonal festivals and open spaces create distinct crime pressures.

April 2025 saw dramatic spikes in robbery (200% increase from 3 to 9 cases) and vehicle crime (108% increase from 25 to 52 cases), highlighting vulnerabilities in transport infrastructure or unsecured vehicles. Bicycle theft also doubled from 1 to 2 cases. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 31.7% (60 to 41 cases), potentially reflecting reduced alcohol-related incidents during Easter. The violent crime rate (3.0 per 1,000) remained 15% above the UK average, with anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.6 per 1,000) also exceeding national benchmarks. Shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) was 9% below the UK average, a contrast to other rural areas where retail theft often dominates. Residents should be particularly vigilant around transport hubs, where vehicle crime rates are 32% above the UK average. This month's data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk sectors, such as vehicle security awareness campaigns.

Wyre Forest's crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 in April 2025 showed minimal change from the previous month's 7.7 per 1,000 (1.8% increase), indicating overall stability. Locally, this translates to an average of 27 crimes per day — a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's mixed rural-urban profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 128 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is comparable to other medium-sized local authority districts. Population context reveals that Wyre Forest's 103,913 residents experienced a crime rate slightly above the UK average but within a narrow margin. The daily crime count, while consistent with historical patterns, may appear higher to residents due to the concentration of violent offences. This rate is lower than major urban centres but higher than some rural districts with fewer public spaces. The comparison with the UK average highlights that Wyre Forest's crime profile is shaped by its unique blend of open countryside and commuter-focused towns, where seasonal events and infrastructure patterns create distinct risk factors.