Crime in Aldridge Central and South: statistics, rates and trends
1,030 crimes were recorded in Aldridge Central and South in the 12 months to August 2026, 70.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Aldridge Central and South at a glance
- Crime trends in Aldridge Central and South
- Types of crime in Aldridge Central and South
- Aldridge Central and South compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aldridge Central and South
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aldridge Central and South
- Demographics of Aldridge Central and South
- Questions about crime in Aldridge Central and South
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (359), other theft (133) and vehicle crime (113) made up 59% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,215th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Aldridge Central and South | Walsall | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 1,030 | 30,674 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 70.3 | 103.7 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 14,651 | 295,678 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the least recorded crime in Aldridge Central and South of any year here (1,030 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 7%, in line with England and Wales.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 1,030 | 70.3 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 1,123 | 76.7 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 1,213 | 82.8 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 1,212 | 82.7 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 1,301 | 88.8 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 1,294 | 88.3 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 1,098 | 74.9 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 1,049 | 71.6 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 1,106 | 75.5 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 93 |
| July 2026 | 107 |
| June 2026 | 81 |
| May 2026 | 78 |
| April 2026 | 101 |
| March 2026 | 103 |
| February 2026 | 50 |
| January 2026 | 81 |
| December 2025 | 83 |
| November 2025 | 92 |
| October 2025 | 89 |
| September 2025 | 72 |
Compared with England and Wales, Aldridge Central and South recorded notably more vehicle crime (55% above the national rate), other theft (41% above the national rate) and burglary (36% above the national rate), and notably less anti-social behaviour (90% below) and public order (40% below). On the year before, public order rose from 44 to 59 and other theft rose from 100 to 133, while anti-social behaviour fell from 78 to 22 and shoplifting fell from 244 to 112.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 359 | 24.5 | 34.2 | +8% |
| Other theft | 133 | 9.1 | 6.4 | +33% |
| Vehicle crime | 113 | 7.7 | 5.0 | -10% |
| Shoplifting | 112 | 7.6 | 8.5 | -54% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 87 | 5.9 | 6.7 | +1% |
| Burglary | 71 | 4.8 | 3.6 | +4% |
| Public order | 59 | 4.0 | 6.7 | +34% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 22 | 1.5 | 15.4 | -72% |
| Other crime | 19 | 1.3 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Robbery | 18 | 1.2 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 15 | 1.0 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Drugs | 12 | 0.8 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 0.4 | 1.7 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.3 | 0.8 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
4 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Aldridge Central and South; the highest is St Matthew's, Walsall (164.7 per 1,000) and the lowest Streetly, Walsall (25.6).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aldridge Central and South |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushall-Shelfield | 950 | 76.4 | +9% |
| Aldridge North and Walsall Wood | 1,100 | 83.4 | +19% |
| Streetly | 326 | 25.6 | -64% |
| Paddock | 622 | 45.8 | -35% |
| St Matthew's | 2,737 | 164.7 | +134% |
| Blakenall | 1,862 | 104.9 | +49% |
| Pelsall | 719 | 63.7 | -9% |
| Pheasey Park Farm | 480 | 40.8 | -42% |
The 10 locations below account for 42% of the crime recorded in Aldridge Central and South over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Petrol Station” (117).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 117 |
| On or near Anchor Road | 76 |
| On or near Parking Area | 61 |
| On or near Parkhouse Grove | 34 |
| On or near Aldridge By-Pass | 32 |
| On or near High Street | 27 |
| On or near Bosty Lane | 24 |
| On or near Foley Road West | 23 |
| On or near Police Station | 21 |
| On or near Bonner Grove | 19 |
Of the 1,008 crimes in Aldridge Central and South with a recorded outcome, 47% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 5.4% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 22 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 471 | 46.7% | 35.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 308 | 30.6% | 34.5% |
| Under investigation | 82 | 8.1% | 11.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 54 | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 43 | 4.3% | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 21 | 2.1% | 3.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 14 | 1.4% | 4.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 11 | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.4% | 1.3% |
Aldridge Central and South has an estimated population of 14,651 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less private renting (10%, against 20%), more retired residents (31%, against 22%) and an older population (26%, against 19%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Aldridge Central and South average decile 7.2 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Aldridge Central and South | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.7% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.4% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 54.0% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 30.7% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.9% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 30.3% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 19.9% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 17.7% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.9% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 12.9% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 10.2% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Aldridge Central and South a safe place to live?
Aldridge Central and South recorded 70.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,215th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were vehicle crime and other theft.
What is the most common crime in Aldridge Central and South?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 359 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by other theft (133).
Is crime in Aldridge Central and South going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aldridge Central and South was down 8% on the year before: 1,030 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 1,123 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Aldridge Central and South?
About 14,651 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 26% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Aldridge Central and South?
Aldridge Central and South is policed by West Midlands.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.