Crime in Graiseley: statistics, rates and trends
1,282 crimes were recorded in Graiseley in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.8 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Graiseley at a glance
- Crime trends in Graiseley
- Types of crime in Graiseley
- Graiseley compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Graiseley
- What happened after crimes were reported in Graiseley
- Population and deprivation in Graiseley
- Questions about crime in Graiseley
- About this data
1,282 crimes were recorded in Graiseley in the 12 months to July 2026, 89.8 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 595 reports (46% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Graiseley has the 1,504th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Graiseley | Wolverhampton | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,282 | 27,717 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 89.8 | 98.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | -7% | -1% |
| Population | 14,284 | 281,251 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Graiseley was highest in the year to July 2022 (2,187 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,282). Over the whole period it fell 15%, 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 | 1,282 | 89.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,455 | 101.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,681 | 117.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,873 | 131.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,187 | 153.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,011 | 140.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,682 | 117.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,560 | 109.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,503 | 105.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 102 |
| June 2026 | 109 |
| May 2026 | 116 |
| April 2026 | 104 |
| March 2026 | 110 |
| February 2026 | 120 |
| January 2026 | 108 |
| December 2025 | 87 |
| November 2025 | 76 |
| October 2025 | 117 |
| September 2025 | 115 |
| August 2025 | 118 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Graiseley 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, possession of weapons, bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+22%) and drugs (+19%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-68%) and burglary (-41%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 595 | 41.7 | 1.22 | -0% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 121 | 8.5 | 1.25 | +22% |
| Other theft | 103 | 7.2 | 1.13 | -14% |
| Vehicle crime | 93 | 6.5 | 1.32 | -25% |
| Public order | 69 | 4.8 | 0.73 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 64 | 4.5 | 0.29 | -68% |
| Shoplifting | 52 | 3.6 | 0.44 | -26% |
| Drugs | 50 | 3.5 | 1.07 | +19% |
| Burglary | 34 | 2.4 | 0.67 | -41% |
| Possession of weapons | 29 | 2.0 | 2.09 | +12% |
| Other crime | 25 | 1.8 | 0.83 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 20 | 1.4 | 1.70 | +100% |
| Robbery | 16 | 1.1 | 0.83 | +14% |
| Theft from the person | 11 | 0.8 | 0.46 | +22% |
Violence and sexual offences in Graiseley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Graiseley recorded 595 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (41.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 46.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Graiseley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Graiseley recorded 121 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Graiseley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Graiseley recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Graiseley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Graiseley recorded 93 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Graiseley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Graiseley recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Graiseley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Graiseley recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 68% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Graiseley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Graiseley recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Graiseley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Graiseley recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Graiseley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Graiseley recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Graiseley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Graiseley recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Graiseley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Graiseley recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Graiseley
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Graiseley recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Graiseley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Graiseley recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Graiseley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Graiseley recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Graiseley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Graiseley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Graiseley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakenhall | 1,423 | 104.4 | +16% |
| Park | 1,578 | 102.8 | +14% |
| Penn | 584 | 44.9 | -50% |
| Merry Hill | 739 | 58.3 | -35% |
| St Peters | 3,528 | 230.6 | +157% |
| Tettenhall Wightwick | 750 | 58.7 | -35% |
| Ettingshall North | 1,411 | 88.3 | -2% |
| Heath Town | 2,673 | 175.4 | +95% |
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 Graiseley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 82 |
| On or near Riley Crescent | 56 |
| On or near Bromford Rise | 54 |
| On or near Inglewood Avenue | 46 |
| On or near Oaks Drive | 36 |
| On or near Pennant Court | 35 |
| On or near Bruford Road | 34 |
| On or near Jeffcock Road | 28 |
| On or near Lennox Gardens | 27 |
| On or near Cardiff Street | 27 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Graiseley 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 | 546 | 42.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 410 | 32.0% |
| Under investigation | 91 | 7.1% |
| Not recorded | 64 | 5.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 63 | 4.9% |
| Local resolution | 36 | 2.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 27 | 2.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 19 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 18 | 1.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 8 | 0.6% |
Graiseley has an estimated population of 14,284. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Graiseley sits in decile 2.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Graiseley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 46.1% |
| Social rented homes | 23.0% |
| Private rented homes | 30.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.5 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 40.1% |
Is Graiseley a safe place to live?
Graiseley recorded 89.8 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 Graiseley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 595 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (121).
Is crime in Graiseley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Graiseley was down 12% on the year before: 1,282 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,455 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Graiseley?
Graiseley 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 Graiseley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.