Crime in Haygate & Park: statistics, rates and trends
920 crimes were recorded in Haygate & Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 76.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Haygate & Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Haygate & Park
- Types of crime in Haygate & Park
- Haygate & Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Haygate & Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Haygate & Park
- Population and deprivation in Haygate & Park
- Questions about crime in Haygate & Park
- About this data
920 crimes were recorded in Haygate & Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 76.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than 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 347 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Haygate & Park has the 1,974th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Haygate & Park | Telford and Wrekin | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 920 | 17,325 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 76.6 | 88.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 12,011 | 195,952 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Haygate & Park was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,556 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (920). Over the whole period it fell 35%, 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 | 920 | 76.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,050 | 87.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,015 | 84.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,198 | 99.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,460 | 121.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,372 | 114.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,556 | 129.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,457 | 121.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,410 | 117.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 91 |
| June 2026 | 53 |
| May 2026 | 74 |
| April 2026 | 67 |
| March 2026 | 73 |
| February 2026 | 76 |
| January 2026 | 74 |
| December 2025 | 72 |
| November 2025 | 80 |
| October 2025 | 82 |
| September 2025 | 79 |
| August 2025 | 99 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Haygate & Park 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. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+21%) and public order (+14%). The largest falls were in drugs (-38%) and other theft (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 347 | 28.9 | 0.84 | +3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 132 | 11.0 | 0.72 | -34% |
| Shoplifting | 85 | 7.1 | 0.85 | -36% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 76 | 6.3 | 0.93 | +21% |
| Public order | 73 | 6.1 | 0.91 | +14% |
| Other theft | 49 | 4.1 | 0.64 | -36% |
| Vehicle crime | 45 | 3.7 | 0.76 | -2% |
| Burglary | 38 | 3.2 | 0.89 | -14% |
| Drugs | 24 | 2.0 | 0.61 | -38% |
| Other crime | 24 | 2.0 | 0.95 | -8% |
| Robbery | 12 | 1.0 | 0.74 | +50% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.5 | 0.51 | -33% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.4 | 0.51 | +67% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.3 | 0.20 | +33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Haygate & Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Haygate & Park recorded 347 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 37.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Haygate & Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Haygate & Park recorded 132 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 14.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Haygate & Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Haygate & Park recorded 85 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Haygate & Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Haygate & Park recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Haygate & Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Haygate & Park recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Haygate & Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Haygate & Park recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Haygate & Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Haygate & Park recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Haygate & Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Haygate & Park recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Haygate & Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Haygate & Park recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Haygate & Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Haygate & Park recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Haygate & Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Haygate & Park recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Haygate & Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Haygate & Park recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Haygate & Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Haygate & Park recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Haygate & Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Haygate & Park recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Haygate & Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Haygate & Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Haygate & Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arleston & College | 1,071 | 134.2 | +75% |
| Shawbirch & Dothill | 320 | 56.8 | -26% |
| Apley Castle | 221 | 60.4 | -21% |
| Hadley & Leegomery | 708 | 61.6 | -20% |
| Ketley | 300 | 84.4 | +10% |
| Lawley | 384 | 43.3 | -43% |
| Overdale & The Rock | 1,340 | 425.9 | +456% |
| Oakengates & Ketley Bank | 921 | 90.3 | +18% |
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 Haygate & Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 86 |
| On or near Supermarket | 68 |
| On or near Bell Street | 57 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 48 |
| On or near Market Street | 37 |
| On or near King'S Haye Road | 24 |
| On or near Simon Close | 24 |
| On or near Well Croft | 18 |
| On or near Hollies Road | 17 |
| On or near Walker Street | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Haygate & Park 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 | 340 | 37.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 216 | 23.5% |
| Not recorded | 132 | 14.3% |
| Under investigation | 103 | 11.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 42 | 4.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 42 | 4.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 20 | 2.2% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 1.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.1% |
Haygate & Park has an estimated population of 12,011. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Haygate & Park sits in decile 5.4, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Haygate & Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.1% |
| Social rented homes | 18.3% |
| Private rented homes | 20.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.4 |
Is Haygate & Park a safe place to live?
Haygate & Park recorded 76.6 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 Haygate & Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 347 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (132).
Is crime in Haygate & Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Haygate & Park was down 12% on the year before: 920 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,050 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Haygate & Park?
Haygate & Park 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 Haygate & Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.