Crime in Aldridge Central and South: statistics, rates and trends
1,012 crimes were recorded in Aldridge Central and South in the 12 months to July 2026, 69.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 13% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- 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
- Population and deprivation in Aldridge Central and South
- Questions about crime in Aldridge Central and South
- About this data
1,012 crimes were recorded in Aldridge Central and South in the 12 months to July 2026, 69.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 13% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 365 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Aldridge Central and South has the 2,256th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Aldridge Central and South | Walsall | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,012 | 30,398 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 69.1 | 102.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -13% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 14,651 | 295,678 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Aldridge Central and South was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,320 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,012). Over the whole period it fell 7%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,012 | 69.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,159 | 79.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,178 | 80.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,249 | 85.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,320 | 90.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,249 | 85.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,113 | 76.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,037 | 70.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,087 | 74.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| August 2025 | 75 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Aldridge Central and South over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for other theft, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in other theft (+24%) and public order (+21%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-74%) and shoplifting (-60%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 365 | 24.9 | 0.73 | +13% |
| Other theft | 126 | 8.6 | 1.34 | +24% |
| Vehicle crime | 107 | 7.3 | 1.48 | -18% |
| Shoplifting | 106 | 7.2 | 0.87 | -60% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 88 | 6.0 | 0.89 | +5% |
| Burglary | 72 | 4.9 | 1.39 | +1% |
| Public order | 57 | 3.9 | 0.59 | +21% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 23 | 1.6 | 0.10 | -74% |
| Other crime | 21 | 1.4 | 0.68 | +31% |
| Robbery | 18 | 1.2 | 0.91 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 0.8 | 0.84 | -33% |
| Drugs | 8 | 0.5 | 0.17 | +167% |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 0.4 | 0.24 | +500% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.2 | 0.25 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Aldridge Central and South
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Aldridge Central and South recorded 365 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 36.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Aldridge Central and South
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Aldridge Central and South recorded 126 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 24% on the year before. It made up 12.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Aldridge Central and South
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Aldridge Central and South recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Aldridge Central and South
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Aldridge Central and South recorded 106 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 10.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Aldridge Central and South
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Aldridge Central and South recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Aldridge Central and South
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Aldridge Central and South recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Aldridge Central and South
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Aldridge Central and South recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Aldridge Central and South
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Aldridge Central and South recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 74% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Aldridge Central and South
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Aldridge Central and South recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Aldridge Central and South
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Aldridge Central and South recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Aldridge Central and South
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Aldridge Central and South recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Aldridge Central and South
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Aldridge Central and South recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 167% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Aldridge Central and South
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Aldridge Central and South recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 500% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Aldridge Central and South
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Aldridge Central and South recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Aldridge Central and South, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Aldridge Central and South.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aldridge Central and South |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushall-Shelfield | 909 | 73.1 | +6% |
| Aldridge North and Walsall Wood | 1,075 | 81.5 | +18% |
| Streetly | 331 | 26.0 | -62% |
| Paddock | 628 | 46.2 | -33% |
| St Matthew's | 2,696 | 162.3 | +135% |
| Blakenall | 1,873 | 105.5 | +53% |
| Pelsall | 728 | 64.5 | -7% |
| Pheasey Park Farm | 481 | 40.9 | -41% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Aldridge Central and South over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 113 |
| On or near Anchor Road | 72 |
| On or near Parking Area | 57 |
| On or near Parkhouse Grove | 34 |
| On or near High Street | 31 |
| On or near Aldridge By-Pass | 30 |
| On or near Bosty Lane | 23 |
| On or near Foley Road West | 23 |
| On or near Police Station | 23 |
| On or near Bonner Grove | 20 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Aldridge Central and South over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 460 | 45.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 320 | 31.6% |
| Under investigation | 71 | 7.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 64 | 6.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 29 | 2.9% |
| Not recorded | 23 | 2.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 1.5% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 1.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 11 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.4% |
Aldridge Central and South has an estimated population of 14,651. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Aldridge Central and South sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Aldridge Central and South |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.9% |
| Social rented homes | 12.9% |
| Private rented homes | 10.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Aldridge Central and South a safe place to live?
Aldridge Central and South recorded 69.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Aldridge Central and South?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 365 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (126).
Is crime in Aldridge Central and South going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aldridge Central and South was down 13% on the year before: 1,012 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,159 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Aldridge Central and South?
Aldridge Central and South is policed by West Midlands. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Aldridge Central and South. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.