Stourport-on-Severn Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 18,755, 89 crimes were recorded in Stourport-on-Severn in November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 36.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relatively safer standing compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (21 incidents, 23.6% of total), anti-social behaviour (19 incidents, 21.4%), and vehicle crime (16 incidents, 18.0%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up area within Wyre Forest, where seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night may partly explain the distribution of offences. Violence and sexual offences, though above the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), remain proportionally lower than the overall UK rate. Anti-social behaviour, while a persistent concern, is 10% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, stands out as 105% above the UK average, potentially reflecting local transportation patterns or parking practices. The month’s context—Black Friday shopping and the onset of darker evenings—may contribute to fluctuations in property-related crimes, though the overall rate remains significantly below the national average. This data suggests a combination of local demographics, seasonal activity, and infrastructure that shapes the area’s crime profile.

November 2024 saw stark month-on-month changes in specific crime categories. Robbery increased by 200% (1 to 3 incidents), vehicle crime doubled (8 to 16 incidents), and possession of weapons rose by 100% (0 to 2 incidents). These jumps contrast sharply with declines in other areas: public order offences fell by 50% (8 to 4 incidents), other theft dropped by 50% (8 to 4), and other crime fell by two-thirds (3 to 1). The surge in vehicle crime, now 105% above the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), may be linked to local traffic patterns or the impact of Black Friday shopping on car parks and transport hubs. Conversely, anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 21.4% of all crimes, remains 10% below the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), suggesting community initiatives or policing efforts may be effective in this area. The sharp rise in robbery, though still low in absolute terms, warrants attention, particularly given the proximity to seasonal events that could draw transient populations. These shifts illustrate how localized factors—such as the timing of festivals, retail activity, and community engagement—can influence crime trends even within a relatively low-risk area.

Compared to October 2024, when the crime rate stood at 5.7 per 1,000, November 2024 saw a 15.9% decline, reflecting a downward trend in overall crime. Over 30 days, 89 crimes equate to roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for vigilance in the built-up area. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for every 211 residents, a ratio that contextualizes the scale of incidents within the local population. This translates to a 1-in-211 chance of being directly affected by a crime over the course of the month—a statistic that, while not alarming, highlights the importance of community awareness. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 4.8 per 1,000 rate places Stourport-on-Severn well below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or environmental factors that deter crime. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime—now 105% above the UK average—remains a notable outlier, potentially pointing to specific vulnerabilities in transport infrastructure or parking management. These figures, when combined with the month-on-month fluctuations, illustrate an area where overall safety is maintained, but targeted interventions may be needed to address emerging risks such as vehicle-related offences.