Crime in Smith's Wood: statistics, rates and trends
1,147 crimes were recorded in Smith's Wood in the 12 months to July 2026, 91.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Smith's Wood at a glance
- Crime trends in Smith's Wood
- Types of crime in Smith's Wood
- Smith's Wood compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Smith's Wood
- What happened after crimes were reported in Smith's Wood
- Population and deprivation in Smith's Wood
- Questions about crime in Smith's Wood
- About this data
1,147 crimes were recorded in Smith's Wood in the 12 months to July 2026, 91.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 574 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Smith's Wood has the 1,444th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Smith's Wood | Solihull | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,147 | 19,245 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 91.7 | 87.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 12,510 | 221,242 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Smith's Wood was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,777 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,147). Over the whole period it fell 20%, 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 | 1,147 | 91.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,227 | 98.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,248 | 99.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,608 | 128.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,777 | 142.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,607 | 128.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,353 | 108.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,464 | 117.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,434 | 114.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 105 |
| June 2026 | 116 |
| May 2026 | 83 |
| April 2026 | 97 |
| March 2026 | 100 |
| February 2026 | 80 |
| January 2026 | 102 |
| December 2025 | 108 |
| November 2025 | 101 |
| October 2025 | 106 |
| September 2025 | 68 |
| August 2025 | 81 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Smith's Wood 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 violence and sexual offences, criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in drugs (+60%) and possession of weapons (+27%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-68%) and burglary (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 574 | 45.9 | 1.34 | -7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 145 | 11.6 | 1.71 | +9% |
| Vehicle crime | 115 | 9.2 | 1.87 | -11% |
| Public order | 64 | 5.1 | 0.77 | -11% |
| Drugs | 48 | 3.8 | 1.17 | +60% |
| Burglary | 43 | 3.4 | 0.97 | -22% |
| Other theft | 37 | 3.0 | 0.46 | -12% |
| Possession of weapons | 28 | 2.2 | 2.30 | +27% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 27 | 2.2 | 0.14 | -68% |
| Other crime | 21 | 1.7 | 0.79 | +0% |
| Robbery | 19 | 1.5 | 1.12 | +217% |
| Shoplifting | 16 | 1.3 | 0.15 | +23% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.4 | 0.49 | +67% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.4 | 0.24 | +400% |
Violence and sexual offences in Smith's Wood
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Smith's Wood recorded 574 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (45.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 50.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Smith's Wood
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Smith's Wood recorded 145 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 12.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Smith's Wood
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Smith's Wood recorded 115 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Smith's Wood
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Smith's Wood recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Smith's Wood
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Smith's Wood recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Smith's Wood
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Smith's Wood recorded 43 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 down 22% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Smith's Wood
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Smith's Wood recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Smith's Wood
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Smith's Wood recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Smith's Wood
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Smith's Wood recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 68% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Smith's Wood
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Smith's Wood recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Smith's Wood
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Smith's Wood recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 217% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Smith's Wood
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Smith's Wood recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Smith's Wood
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Smith's Wood 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 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Smith's Wood
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Smith's Wood recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Smith's Wood, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Smith's Wood.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Smith's Wood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Bromwich | 899 | 77.1 | -16% |
| Kingshurst and Fordbridge | 1,540 | 116.9 | +27% |
| Chelmsley Wood | 2,328 | 165.3 | +80% |
| Bickenhill | 2,686 | 196.7 | +115% |
| Lyndon | 993 | 73.7 | -20% |
| Elmdon | 761 | 51.5 | -44% |
| Olton | 628 | 49.1 | -46% |
| Silhill | 588 | 55.5 | -39% |
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 Smith's Wood over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near School Close | 53 |
| On or near Austin Croft | 44 |
| On or near Burtons Way | 34 |
| On or near Nightingale Avenue | 34 |
| On or near Sheppey Drive | 31 |
| On or near Corncrake Drive | 30 |
| On or near Fieldfare Croft | 29 |
| On or near Sanda Croft | 29 |
| On or near Silver Birch Road | 29 |
| On or near Falkland Way | 28 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Smith's Wood 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 | 494 | 43.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 352 | 30.7% |
| Under investigation | 96 | 8.4% |
| Local resolution | 51 | 4.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 46 | 4.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 31 | 2.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 29 | 2.5% |
| Not recorded | 27 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 1.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.3% |
Smith's Wood has an estimated population of 12,510. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Smith's Wood sits in decile 1.6, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Smith's Wood |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 49.1% |
| Social rented homes | 39.0% |
| Private rented homes | 11.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.6 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 59.0% |
Is Smith's Wood a safe place to live?
Smith's Wood recorded 91.7 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 Smith's Wood?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 574 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (145).
Is crime in Smith's Wood going up or down?
Recorded crime in Smith's Wood was down 7% on the year before: 1,147 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,227 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Smith's Wood?
Smith's Wood 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 Smith's Wood. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.