Crime in Bridgnorth Castle: statistics, rates and trends
414 crimes were recorded in Bridgnorth Castle in the 12 months to July 2026, 96.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 20% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bridgnorth Castle at a glance
- Crime trends in Bridgnorth Castle
- Types of crime in Bridgnorth Castle
- Bridgnorth Castle compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bridgnorth Castle
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bridgnorth Castle
- Population and deprivation in Bridgnorth Castle
- Questions about crime in Bridgnorth Castle
- About this data
414 crimes were recorded in Bridgnorth Castle in the 12 months to July 2026, 96.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 20% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 144 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bridgnorth Castle has the 1,338th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bridgnorth Castle | Shropshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 414 | 19,279 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 96.5 | 58.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +20% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 4,292 | 332,455 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bridgnorth Castle was highest in the year to July 2019 (443 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (298). Over the whole period it rose 2%, 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 | 414 | 96.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 346 | 80.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 298 | 69.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 349 | 81.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 369 | 86.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 434 | 101.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 369 | 86.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 443 | 103.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 407 | 94.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 42 |
| June 2026 | 43 |
| May 2026 | 42 |
| April 2026 | 19 |
| March 2026 | 43 |
| February 2026 | 16 |
| January 2026 | 18 |
| December 2025 | 42 |
| November 2025 | 41 |
| October 2025 | 30 |
| September 2025 | 36 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bridgnorth Castle 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 criminal damage and arson, public order.
The largest increases were in public order (+71%) and criminal damage and arson (+28%). The largest falls were in other theft (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 144 | 33.6 | 0.98 | +17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 68 | 15.8 | 1.03 | +5% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 46 | 10.7 | 1.58 | +28% |
| Public order | 41 | 9.6 | 1.44 | +71% |
| Shoplifting | 30 | 7.0 | 0.84 | -3% |
| Vehicle crime | 25 | 5.8 | 1.18 | +108% |
| Other theft | 17 | 4.0 | 0.62 | -26% |
| Burglary | 12 | 2.8 | 0.79 | +9% |
| Drugs | 12 | 2.8 | 0.86 | +71% |
| Other crime | 8 | 1.9 | 0.88 | +60% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.9 | 0.55 | +300% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.7 | 0.72 | -25% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.7 | 0.52 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.28 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bridgnorth Castle
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 144 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 34.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bridgnorth Castle
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bridgnorth Castle
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 11.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bridgnorth Castle
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 71% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bridgnorth Castle
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bridgnorth Castle
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 25 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 108% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bridgnorth Castle
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bridgnorth Castle
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bridgnorth Castle
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 71% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bridgnorth Castle
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bridgnorth Castle
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bridgnorth Castle
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bridgnorth Castle
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bridgnorth Castle
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bridgnorth Castle recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bridgnorth Castle, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bridgnorth Castle.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bridgnorth Castle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgnorth West & Tasley | 220 | 42.2 | -56% |
| Bridgnorth East | 345 | 73.4 | -24% |
| Brown Clee | 104 | 25.0 | -74% |
| Claverley & Worfield | 132 | 36.6 | -62% |
| Broseley | 329 | 54.4 | -44% |
| Highley | 224 | 59.2 | -39% |
| Much Wenlock | 196 | 56.9 | -41% |
| Shifnal Rural | 165 | 28.5 | -70% |
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 Bridgnorth Castle over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 87 |
| On or near B4373 | 30 |
| On or near Innage Gardens | 27 |
| On or near Postern Gate | 26 |
| On or near Parking Area | 19 |
| On or near Richmond Gardens | 18 |
| On or near Castle Terrace | 16 |
| On or near Pound Street | 16 |
| On or near Salop Street | 15 |
| On or near North Gate | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bridgnorth Castle 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 | 159 | 38.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 98 | 23.7% |
| Not recorded | 68 | 16.4% |
| Under investigation | 50 | 12.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 17 | 4.1% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 1.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.5% |
Bridgnorth Castle has an estimated population of 4,292. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bridgnorth Castle sits in decile 8.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bridgnorth Castle |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 11.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 50.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 38.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.1% |
| Social rented homes | 5.7% |
| Private rented homes | 18.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.4 |
Is Bridgnorth Castle a safe place to live?
Bridgnorth Castle recorded 96.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Bridgnorth Castle?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 144 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (68).
Is crime in Bridgnorth Castle going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bridgnorth Castle was up 20% on the year before: 414 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 346 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bridgnorth Castle?
Bridgnorth Castle is policed by West Mercia. 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 Bridgnorth Castle. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.