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

Stourport-on-Severn's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.9% below the UK average of 7.4. This figure, while relatively low, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.1% of the total 119 reported incidents. This was followed by anti-social behaviour, which contributed 27.7% of the crime count. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely plays a role in the dynamics observed, as increased foot traffic and social activity can influence crime patterns. The rate of violence and sexual offences was 22% below the UK average, a figure that may be attributed to the town's relatively stable community environment and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. However, the category of anti-social behaviour was 54% above the UK average, suggesting that the area may face specific challenges in managing public order. This discrepancy between categories highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour is concentrated, such as public spaces and local amenities. The overall crime rate, while still below the UK average, shows a slight upward trend compared to the previous month, underscoring the importance of maintaining community engagement and policing efforts to prevent further increases.

September 2025 saw a sharp increase in theft from the person, with one incident reported—a 100% rise from the previous month. This category, which had not been recorded in August, now contributes 0.8% to the total crime rate. Concurrently, drug-related offences doubled, moving from one to two incidents, a trend that may be linked to the back-to-school season and increased social activity in the area. These increases contrast with a 7.5% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 40 to 37 incidents. The category of anti-social behaviour, however, remains 54% above the UK average, with 33 incidents reported—27.7% of the total crime count. This highlights a persistent challenge in managing community disorder. The shift in crime mix, with property crimes (29 incidents) now slightly outpaced by violent crimes (37 incidents), suggests a changing dynamic in local crime patterns. Residents should be particularly mindful of unattended belongings in public spaces, given the rise in theft-related incidents.

Stourport-on-Severn's crime rate in September 2025 rose by 9.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.8 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it marks a shift from the downward trend observed earlier in the year. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day in September, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity in a built-up area within Wyre Forest. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 158 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. This rate remains 14.9% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, but the upward movement in September suggests a need for continued vigilance. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the area is relatively safe compared to the UK as a whole, the increase in specific categories such as theft from the person and drugs warrants attention. These figures, though small in absolute terms, may indicate emerging patterns that could evolve with seasonal changes or local factors.