Wyre Forest Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wyre Forest recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, placing it 3.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This modest but consistent improvement aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar rural and semi-rural areas, where summer months often see shifts in crime patterns. The most prevalent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.8% of all reported incidents (298 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.8%) and criminal damage and arson (9.2%). These figures suggest a persistent challenge with interpersonal crime, though the area’s overall rate remains lower than the UK average. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of summer—may contribute to these trends, as increased foot traffic in local amenities and the onset of tourism in nearby coastal regions could influence both the frequency and nature of reported incidents. While violence and sexual offences remain elevated relative to the UK average (2.9 per 1,000 vs. the UK’s 2.9 per 1,000), anti-social behaviour is significantly lower (1.2 per 1,000 vs. the UK’s 1.4 per 1,000), a pattern consistent with quieter community environments where such disturbances are less common. The data also reveals a stark contrast in property crime rates, with shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) and other theft (0.5 per 1,000) both below UK averages, reflecting effective local policing or reduced retail opportunities in less densely populated areas. These findings illustrate a nuanced crime profile shaped by Wyre Forest’s geographical and social characteristics, where rural isolation and limited urban density create a distinct context for criminal activity compared to larger cities.

June 2025 saw several notable decreases in crime, with shoplifting falling 30% month-on-month (from 90 to 63 cases), marking the most significant decline in any category. Theft from the person also dropped sharply by 57.1% (from 7 to 3 cases), a reduction that may reflect heightened awareness during the summer months or targeted policing efforts in high-risk areas. Bicycle theft, another category of interest, fell 60% (from 5 to 2 cases), potentially linked to seasonal changes in outdoor activity and the closure of certain public spaces during peak tourist season. However, not all trends moved in the same direction: burglary increased by 40% (25 to 35 cases), robbery rose by 33.3% (9 to 12 cases), and possession of weapons surged by 66.7% (6 to 10 cases). These increases, while modest, warrant attention, particularly as burglary and robbery rates now sit 7% and 9% above UK averages, respectively. The rise in possession of weapons, though still low (0.1 per 1,000), is 25% above the UK average and could indicate shifting patterns in local criminal activity. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp decline in shoplifting, which may suggest that targeted interventions—such as increased surveillance in retail areas or community engagement initiatives—have had a measurable impact. These findings underscore the importance of monitoring both upward and downward trends, as Wyre Forest’s crime profile continues to evolve in response to seasonal and demographic factors.

Wyre Forest’s crime rate in June 2025 (7.8 per 1,000) marked a 7.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trajectory over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 27 crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly high, must be contextualised within the local population of 103,913. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 128 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is slightly lower than the UK average when extrapolated across similar-sized areas. This statistic, however, does not capture the full complexity of local crime dynamics, as Wyre Forest’s unique geography—characterised by a mix of rural and semi-rural landscapes—may influence both the distribution and perception of crime. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the significance of individual incidents: with 809 crimes reported over 30 days, the average resident faces a 1-in-128 chance of being directly affected by crime, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for continued vigilance. The comparison to the previous month reveals a clear trend of improvement, particularly in property-related crimes, but the slight increase in violent and public order offences suggests that targeted efforts in these areas may be necessary to maintain the current downward momentum. These figures, when viewed in conjunction with the area’s broader demographic and environmental characteristics, provide a more complete picture of Wyre Forest’s evolving crime profile.