Kidderminster Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kidderminster’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 8.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 13% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure underscores a persistent challenge in a built-up area within Wyre Forest, where urban dynamics and local demographics may contribute to higher-than-average crime levels. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.5% of all reported incidents — a rate of 3.5 per 1,000, 34% above the national average. This suggests a localised concentration of violent crime that may be influenced by factors such as population density, alcohol consumption in public spaces, or the presence of high-traffic areas. Anti-social behaviour followed at 15.3%, with shoplifting and vehicle crime rounding out the top three. The latter, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 84% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 36% above average for shoplifting. These disparities may reflect the area’s retail and commercial infrastructure, which could draw both offenders and victims. Seasonal factors in April — including the Easter period and warmer spring weather — likely played a role in shaping crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity influencing both violent and property crime trends. While the overall rate remains elevated, the month-on-month decline of 5.9% from 9.3 to 8.7 indicates some short-term stability, though long-term trends require closer monitoring.

April 2025 saw a sharp 250% increase in robbery, with incidents rising from 2 to 7. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vulnerability during Easter holidays or changes in local foot traffic. Vehicle crime also spiked by 245.5%, rising from 11 to 38, a figure that significantly outpaces the UK average by 84%. This surge could be linked to increased car usage during spring, or unaddressed vehicle security concerns in the area. Conversely, public order offences fell by 41%, dropping from 39 to 23, a decline that may be tied to reduced alcohol-related incidents during the Easter period. Violent crime remains 34% above the UK average, with 202 incidents reported — a rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents. This persistent gap highlights a local challenge that differs from national trends.

Kidderminster's crime rate in April 2025 dropped by 5.9% compared to the previous month, falling from 9.3 to 8.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader seasonal pattern seen in built-up areas during early spring, when increased daylight and Easter-related activities may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 17 crimes per day in April, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 115 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area’s population of 58,599. This statistic provides a clear benchmark for understanding how frequently crime impacts individuals living in Kidderminster. The reduction in burglary and public order offences, combined with the rise in vehicle crime, suggests shifting patterns that may relate to local factors such as seasonal travel or changes in retail activity.