Crime in Widemarsh: statistics, rates and trends
444 crimes were recorded in Widemarsh in the 12 months to July 2026, 145.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Widemarsh at a glance
- Crime trends in Widemarsh
- Types of crime in Widemarsh
- Widemarsh compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Widemarsh
- What happened after crimes were reported in Widemarsh
- Population and deprivation in Widemarsh
- Questions about crime in Widemarsh
- About this data
444 crimes were recorded in Widemarsh in the 12 months to July 2026, 145.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 131 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Widemarsh has the 481st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Widemarsh | Herefordshire, County of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 444 | 11,617 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 145.0 | 60.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 3,063 | 191,047 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Widemarsh was highest in the year to July 2021 (543 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (405). Over the whole period it fell 6%, 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 | 444 | 145.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 451 | 147.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 405 | 132.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 448 | 146.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 521 | 170.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 543 | 177.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 504 | 164.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 519 | 169.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 473 | 154.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 61 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 45 |
| April 2026 | 22 |
| March 2026 | 30 |
| February 2026 | 26 |
| January 2026 | 29 |
| December 2025 | 34 |
| November 2025 | 37 |
| October 2025 | 25 |
| September 2025 | 41 |
| August 2025 | 52 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Widemarsh 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 shoplifting, anti-social behaviour, other theft.
The largest increases were in other theft (+45%). The largest falls were in public order (-31%) and violence and sexual offences (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 131 | 42.8 | 1.25 | -18% |
| Shoplifting | 88 | 28.7 | 3.47 | +5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 22.5 | 1.47 | +0% |
| Other theft | 42 | 13.7 | 2.14 | +45% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 29 | 9.5 | 1.40 | +7% |
| Public order | 25 | 8.2 | 1.23 | -31% |
| Drugs | 13 | 4.2 | 1.30 | +86% |
| Bicycle theft | 12 | 3.9 | 4.76 | +140% |
| Other crime | 8 | 2.6 | 1.24 | +14% |
| Burglary | 7 | 2.3 | 0.65 | -42% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 2.3 | 2.35 | +133% |
| Vehicle crime | 7 | 2.3 | 0.46 | +0% |
| Robbery | 6 | 2.0 | 1.45 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Widemarsh
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Widemarsh recorded 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (42.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 29.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Widemarsh
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Widemarsh recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 19.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Widemarsh
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Widemarsh recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 15.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Widemarsh
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Widemarsh recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 45% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Widemarsh
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Widemarsh recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Widemarsh
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Widemarsh recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Widemarsh
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Widemarsh recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 86% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Widemarsh
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Widemarsh recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Widemarsh
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Widemarsh recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Widemarsh
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Widemarsh recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Widemarsh
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Widemarsh recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Widemarsh
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Widemarsh recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Widemarsh
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Widemarsh recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Widemarsh, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Widemarsh.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Widemarsh |
|---|---|---|---|
| College | 224 | 72.1 | -50% |
| Greyfriars | 328 | 82.3 | -43% |
| Central | 1,917 | 526.4 | +263% |
| Holmer | 201 | 37.8 | -74% |
| Kings Acre | 146 | 44.8 | -69% |
| Bobblestock | 179 | 45.7 | -68% |
| Eign Hill | 156 | 45.5 | -69% |
| Aylestone Hill | 153 | 32.6 | -77% |
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 Widemarsh over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 97 |
| On or near Supermarket | 36 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 24 |
| On or near Chester Close | 17 |
| On or near St Mary'S Court | 16 |
| On or near Keir Hardie Close | 15 |
| On or near Newtown Road | 15 |
| On or near A4103 | 14 |
| On or near Shinwell Road | 14 |
| On or near Chave Court Close | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Widemarsh 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 | 155 | 34.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 74 | 16.7% |
| Not recorded | 69 | 15.5% |
| Under investigation | 67 | 15.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 29 | 6.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 17 | 3.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 3.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.6% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 1.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.5% |
Widemarsh has an estimated population of 3,063. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Widemarsh sits in decile 4.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Widemarsh |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 43.3% |
| Social rented homes | 28.4% |
| Private rented homes | 28.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.0 |
Is Widemarsh a safe place to live?
Widemarsh recorded 145.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Widemarsh?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by shoplifting (88).
Is crime in Widemarsh going up or down?
Recorded crime in Widemarsh was down 2% on the year before: 444 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 451 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Widemarsh?
Widemarsh 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 Widemarsh. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.