Crime in Bloxwich West: statistics, rates and trends
1,732 crimes were recorded in Bloxwich West in the 12 months to July 2026, 123.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bloxwich West at a glance
- Crime trends in Bloxwich West
- Types of crime in Bloxwich West
- Bloxwich West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bloxwich West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bloxwich West
- Population and deprivation in Bloxwich West
- Questions about crime in Bloxwich West
- About this data
1,732 crimes were recorded in Bloxwich West in the 12 months to July 2026, 123.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 676 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bloxwich West has the 780th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bloxwich West | Walsall | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,732 | 30,398 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 123.5 | 102.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 14,027 | 295,678 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bloxwich West was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,881 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (1,361). Over the whole period it rose 6%, 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 | 1,732 | 123.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,781 | 127.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,789 | 127.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,638 | 116.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,881 | 134.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,733 | 123.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,361 | 97.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,579 | 112.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,629 | 116.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 206 |
| June 2026 | 143 |
| May 2026 | 144 |
| April 2026 | 149 |
| March 2026 | 145 |
| February 2026 | 134 |
| January 2026 | 122 |
| December 2025 | 121 |
| November 2025 | 143 |
| October 2025 | 133 |
| September 2025 | 120 |
| August 2025 | 172 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bloxwich West 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 violence and sexual offences, shoplifting, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in other theft (+36%) and public order (+30%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-48%) and shoplifting (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 676 | 48.2 | 1.41 | +14% |
| Shoplifting | 303 | 21.6 | 2.61 | -26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 173 | 12.3 | 1.82 | +15% |
| Public order | 112 | 8.0 | 1.20 | +30% |
| Other theft | 103 | 7.3 | 1.15 | +36% |
| Vehicle crime | 81 | 5.8 | 1.17 | +5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 79 | 5.6 | 0.37 | -48% |
| Drugs | 67 | 4.8 | 1.46 | -19% |
| Burglary | 44 | 3.1 | 0.89 | -14% |
| Other crime | 36 | 2.6 | 1.22 | +9% |
| Robbery | 26 | 1.9 | 1.37 | +37% |
| Possession of weapons | 24 | 1.7 | 1.76 | -23% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.4 | 0.21 | -17% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.2 | 0.26 | -79% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bloxwich West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bloxwich West recorded 676 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (48.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 39.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bloxwich West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bloxwich West recorded 303 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 17.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bloxwich West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bloxwich West recorded 173 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bloxwich West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bloxwich West recorded 112 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bloxwich West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bloxwich West recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bloxwich West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bloxwich West recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bloxwich West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bloxwich West recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bloxwich West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bloxwich West recorded 67 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bloxwich West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bloxwich West recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bloxwich West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bloxwich West recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bloxwich West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bloxwich West recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bloxwich West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bloxwich West recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bloxwich West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bloxwich West recorded 5 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 down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bloxwich West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bloxwich West 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 down 79% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bloxwich West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bloxwich West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bloxwich West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloxwich East | 1,323 | 107.2 | -13% |
| Willenhall North | 746 | 57.8 | -53% |
| Birchills Leamore | 4,343 | 224.1 | +81% |
| Blakenall | 1,873 | 105.5 | -15% |
| Short Heath | 882 | 73.1 | -41% |
| Pelsall | 728 | 64.5 | -48% |
| Rushall-Shelfield | 909 | 73.1 | -41% |
| Bentley and Darlaston North | 1,769 | 121.9 | -1% |
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 Bloxwich West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Elmore Green Close | 204 |
| On or near Parking Area | 142 |
| On or near Supermarket | 124 |
| On or near Margam Terrace | 86 |
| On or near A34 | 47 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 47 |
| On or near Chepstow Road | 42 |
| On or near Ragley Close | 41 |
| On or near Tewkesbury Road | 37 |
| On or near Samuel Street | 30 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bloxwich West 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 575 | 33.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 546 | 31.5% |
| Under investigation | 159 | 9.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 153 | 8.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 91 | 5.3% |
| Not recorded | 79 | 4.6% |
| Local resolution | 62 | 3.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 31 | 1.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 21 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 13 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Bloxwich West has an estimated population of 14,027. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bloxwich West sits in decile 3.1, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bloxwich West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 55.3% |
| Social rented homes | 30.9% |
| Private rented homes | 13.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.1 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 47.5% |
Is Bloxwich West a safe place to live?
Bloxwich West recorded 123.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Bloxwich West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 676 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by shoplifting (303).
Is crime in Bloxwich West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bloxwich West was down 3% on the year before: 1,732 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,781 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bloxwich West?
Bloxwich West 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 Bloxwich West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.