Stourport-on-Severn Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Stourport-on-Severn’s crime mix in March 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 34.6% of all reported crimes. This figure, though significantly lower than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (49% below), underscores the area’s unique profile. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 32.1%, reflecting community-specific dynamics that may include social gatherings or local events. The crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000, 46.2% below the UK average of 7.8, positions Stourport-on-Severn as a comparatively safer built-up area within Wyre Forest. Seasonal factors appear to influence this profile: the transition to spring, with longer evenings and clock changes, may contribute to increased outdoor activity and associated risks. Property crimes—such as vehicle crime and burglary—remain low, with vehicle crime at 0.3 per 1,000 (23% below UK average) and burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 (64% below UK average). This could indicate effective local policing or a lower density of high-risk areas like commercial zones. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime highlights the need for targeted interventions. The area’s relatively low violent crime rate, despite its built-up nature, may reflect strong community cohesion or effective crime prevention strategies. Overall, the crime mix illustrates a place where social factors and geographic characteristics intersect to shape a profile distinct from broader UK trends.

March 2025 marked a stark increase in vehicle crime, surging by 400% from 1 to 5 incidents, a shift that may reflect changing traffic patterns or seasonal activity. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 150%, from 10 to 25 cases, indicating a potential spike in community tensions or events. Conversely, other theft and other crime both declined significantly, by 80% and 50% respectively, suggesting temporary reductions in opportunistic offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 34.6% of all crimes, though this rate was 49% below the UK average. Public order offences fell by 33.3%, a decrease consistent with the transition to spring and reduced winter-related incidents. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with certain categories responding more acutely to seasonal and environmental factors than others.

March 2025 saw a 6.9% increase in the crime rate compared to February 2025, rising from 3.9 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This shift, though modest, aligns with seasonal patterns as evenings lengthen and clocks change, potentially influencing activity levels. Locally, 78 crimes were reported over 31 days, averaging roughly 3 crimes per day. This figure translates to one reported crime for every 240 residents over the month, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 18,755, the monthly exposure remains significantly lower than the UK average. The area’s crime profile continues to reflect a balance between violent and property crimes, though the proportion of anti-social behaviour has risen sharply. These statistics suggest that while the overall rate is stable, targeted local factors—such as community dynamics or event-related activity—may influence specific crime types. The daily crime count, while low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance in addressing emerging patterns.