Crime in Blythe, Solihull: statistics, rates and trends
810 crimes were recorded in Blythe, Solihull in the 12 months to July 2026, 46.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Blythe, Solihull at a glance
- Crime trends in Blythe, Solihull
- Types of crime in Blythe, Solihull
- Blythe, Solihull compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Blythe, Solihull
- What happened after crimes were reported in Blythe, Solihull
- Population and deprivation in Blythe, Solihull
- Questions about crime in Blythe, Solihull
- About this data
810 crimes were recorded in Blythe, Solihull in the 12 months to July 2026, 46.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 308 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Blythe, Solihull has the 3,164th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Blythe, Solihull | Solihull | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 810 | 19,245 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 46.6 | 87.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 17,399 | 221,242 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Blythe, Solihull was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,058 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (742). Over the whole period it fell 3%, 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 | 810 | 46.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 892 | 51.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 932 | 53.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,041 | 59.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,058 | 60.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 963 | 55.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 792 | 45.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 742 | 42.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 836 | 48.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 87 |
| June 2026 | 82 |
| May 2026 | 87 |
| April 2026 | 68 |
| March 2026 | 62 |
| February 2026 | 49 |
| January 2026 | 50 |
| December 2025 | 65 |
| November 2025 | 74 |
| October 2025 | 59 |
| September 2025 | 65 |
| August 2025 | 62 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Blythe, Solihull 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 vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in burglary (+23%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-41%) and other crime (-33%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 308 | 17.7 | 0.52 | -7% |
| Vehicle crime | 112 | 6.4 | 1.31 | -14% |
| Other theft | 75 | 4.3 | 0.67 | +6% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 71 | 4.1 | 0.60 | -5% |
| Burglary | 59 | 3.4 | 0.96 | +23% |
| Public order | 53 | 3.0 | 0.46 | -9% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 45 | 2.6 | 0.17 | -41% |
| Shoplifting | 31 | 1.8 | 0.22 | -6% |
| Drugs | 16 | 0.9 | 0.28 | -6% |
| Other crime | 14 | 0.8 | 0.38 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 0.6 | 0.65 | -39% |
| Robbery | 11 | 0.6 | 0.47 | +120% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.2 | 0.28 | -56% |
Violence and sexual offences in Blythe, Solihull
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Blythe, Solihull recorded 308 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 38.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Blythe, Solihull
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Blythe, Solihull recorded 112 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 13.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Blythe, Solihull
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Blythe, Solihull recorded 75 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Blythe, Solihull
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Blythe, Solihull recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Blythe, Solihull
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Blythe, Solihull recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Blythe, Solihull
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Blythe, Solihull recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Blythe, Solihull
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Blythe, Solihull recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Blythe, Solihull
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Blythe, Solihull recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Blythe, Solihull
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Blythe, Solihull recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Blythe, Solihull
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Blythe, Solihull recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Blythe, Solihull
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Blythe, Solihull recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 39% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Blythe, Solihull
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Blythe, Solihull recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 120% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Blythe, Solihull
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Blythe, Solihull recorded 4 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 56% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Blythe, Solihull, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Blythe, Solihull.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Blythe, Solihull |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley South | 1,430 | 101.0 | +117% |
| Shirley East | 624 | 54.2 | +17% |
| St Alphege | 1,992 | 149.8 | +222% |
| Shirley West | 1,411 | 104.1 | +124% |
| Dorridge and Hockley Heath | 414 | 35.9 | -23% |
| Silhill | 588 | 55.5 | +19% |
| Knowle | 386 | 39.7 | -15% |
| Olton | 628 | 49.1 | +6% |
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 Blythe, Solihull over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 71 |
| On or near Magnolia Drive | 44 |
| On or near Elm Road | 34 |
| On or near Tanworth Lane | 29 |
| On or near Stroudley Road | 27 |
| On or near Farmers Lane | 21 |
| On or near New Meadow Close | 18 |
| On or near Supermarket | 18 |
| On or near Ascote Lane | 14 |
| On or near Main Street | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Blythe, Solihull 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 | 298 | 36.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 294 | 36.3% |
| Under investigation | 65 | 8.0% |
| Not recorded | 45 | 5.6% |
| Local resolution | 36 | 4.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 28 | 3.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 17 | 2.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 0.9% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Blythe, Solihull has an estimated population of 17,399. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Blythe, Solihull sits in decile 8.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Blythe, Solihull |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.1% |
| Social rented homes | 5.3% |
| Private rented homes | 15.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 |
Is Blythe, Solihull a safe place to live?
Blythe, Solihull recorded 46.6 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 Blythe, Solihull?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 308 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (112).
Is crime in Blythe, Solihull going up or down?
Recorded crime in Blythe, Solihull was down 9% on the year before: 810 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 892 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Blythe, Solihull?
Blythe, Solihull 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 Blythe, Solihull. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.