Stourport-on-Severn Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Stourport-on-Severn’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 34.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This marked contrast with national trends highlights the area’s relatively safer profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.9% of all reported incidents (28 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.4%) and criminal damage and arson (12.8%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related issues, consistent with the area’s character as a small built-up area within Wyre Forest. Seasonal factors may partly explain the lower overall crime rate; February, a winter month with reduced outdoor activity, typically sees fewer opportunities for crimes such as theft from the person or vehicle crime. However, the presence of anti-social behaviour and violence indicates persistent local tensions that may require targeted community engagement. The lower crime rate could also reflect effective local policing or demographic factors, such as a stable population with fewer transient residents. While the area benefits from being significantly safer than the UK average, the breakdown of crime types underscores the need for continued attention to specific issues, particularly in managing violent incidents and anti-social conduct.

February 2026 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with burglary increasing by 500% (from 1 to 6 cases) and shoplifting halving (from 4 to 2 cases). These changes suggest shifting patterns in criminal activity, possibly influenced by seasonal factors or local events. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 26.7% (from 15 to 19 cases), indicating a potential increase in community tensions or disruptions during the month. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), aligning with the area’s generally low levels of this type of crime. Stourport-on-Severn’s rate of violence and sexual offences (1.5 per 1,000) is 35% below the UK average, a significant deviation that may reflect community-specific factors such as local initiatives or demographic characteristics. Meanwhile, the rate of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) is 20% above the UK average, highlighting a local vulnerability that warrants further scrutiny. These findings offer residents a concrete perspective on where crime prevention efforts might be most needed, particularly in addressing rising burglary rates and managing anti-social behaviour.

Stourport-on-Severn’s crime rate in February 2026 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 1.2% increase from 4.1 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This minimal change suggests consistency in local crime trends, though the absolute numbers reveal a mixed picture. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of three crimes per day in February, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 240 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many urban centres but higher than some rural areas. With a population of 18,755, the area’s crime rate benefits from a relatively small population base, which can dilute the impact of even a few incidents. However, the comparison to the UK average—where Stourport-on-Severn is 34.4% safer—suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or effective policing, may be playing a role. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that while the overall rate is low, certain categories like burglary and anti-social behaviour remain areas of concern that require targeted attention. For residents, these figures provide context for understanding local safety relative to both national benchmarks and the area’s own historical patterns.