Crime in Bromyard West: statistics, rates and trends
478 crimes were recorded in Bromyard West in the 12 months to July 2026, 99.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 33% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bromyard West at a glance
- Crime trends in Bromyard West
- Types of crime in Bromyard West
- Bromyard West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bromyard West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bromyard West
- Population and deprivation in Bromyard West
- Questions about crime in Bromyard West
- About this data
478 crimes were recorded in Bromyard West in the 12 months to July 2026, 99.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 33% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 163 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bromyard West has the 1,248th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bromyard West | Herefordshire, County of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 478 | 11,617 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 99.6 | 60.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +33% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 4,800 | 191,047 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bromyard West was highest in the year to July 2018 (558 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (352). Over the whole period it fell 14%, 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 | 478 | 99.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 359 | 74.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 352 | 73.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 479 | 99.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 529 | 110.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 515 | 107.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 524 | 109.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 473 | 98.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 558 | 116.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 42 |
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 24 |
| April 2026 | 26 |
| March 2026 | 28 |
| February 2026 | 60 |
| January 2026 | 45 |
| December 2025 | 38 |
| November 2025 | 47 |
| October 2025 | 65 |
| September 2025 | 38 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bromyard 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 criminal damage and arson, other theft, burglary.
The largest increases were in other theft (+95%) and shoplifting (+41%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 163 | 34.0 | 0.99 | +16% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 90 | 18.8 | 1.22 | +38% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 54 | 11.2 | 1.66 | +35% |
| Other theft | 43 | 9.0 | 1.40 | +95% |
| Burglary | 31 | 6.5 | 1.83 | +138% |
| Public order | 31 | 6.5 | 0.97 | +82% |
| Shoplifting | 31 | 6.5 | 0.78 | +41% |
| Vehicle crime | 13 | 2.7 | 0.55 | -24% |
| Other crime | 9 | 1.9 | 0.89 | -25% |
| Drugs | 8 | 1.7 | 0.51 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.4 | 0.43 | +0% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.4 | 0.31 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.25 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Bromyard West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bromyard West recorded 163 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 34.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bromyard West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bromyard West recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 18.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bromyard West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bromyard West recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bromyard West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bromyard West recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 95% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bromyard West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bromyard West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 138% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bromyard West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bromyard West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 82% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bromyard West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bromyard West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 41% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bromyard West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bromyard West recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bromyard West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bromyard West recorded 9 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 down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bromyard West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bromyard West recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bromyard West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bromyard West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bromyard West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bromyard West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bromyard West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bromyard West 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 with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bromyard West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bromyard West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bromyard West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton | 132 | 32.6 | -67% |
| Bishops Frome & Cradley | 111 | 35.8 | -64% |
| Three Crosses | 110 | 32.4 | -67% |
| Hope End | 126 | 27.7 | -72% |
| Sutton Walls | 83 | 23.7 | -76% |
| Hagley | 118 | 26.9 | -73% |
| Leominster East | 631 | 127.6 | +28% |
| Leominster North & Rural | 153 | 49.1 | -51% |
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 Bromyard West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 52 |
| On or near Parking Area | 30 |
| On or near Frog Lane | 26 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 23 |
| On or near Teme Close | 22 |
| On or near Cruxwell Street | 21 |
| On or near Dry Thistle Close | 19 |
| On or near Lodon Avenue | 17 |
| On or near Church Street | 13 |
| On or near Milvern Close | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bromyard 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 | 157 | 32.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 106 | 22.2% |
| Not recorded | 90 | 18.8% |
| Under investigation | 42 | 8.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 23 | 4.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 20 | 4.2% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 3.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 8 | 1.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.8% |
Bromyard West has an estimated population of 4,800. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bromyard West sits in decile 4.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bromyard West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 54.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.6% |
| Social rented homes | 19.0% |
| Private rented homes | 19.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.5 |
Is Bromyard West a safe place to live?
Bromyard West recorded 99.6 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 Bromyard West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 163 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (90).
Is crime in Bromyard West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bromyard West was up 33% on the year before: 478 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 359 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bromyard West?
Bromyard West 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 Bromyard West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.