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Is Broseley and Much Wenlock Safe?

Crime statistics for Broseley and Much Wenlock. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 1,186 crimes
26 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

1,186 Crimes (last 24 months)
38.6% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↑4.1% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 1,186 total crimes recorded in Broseley and Much Wenlock

Violent Crime
473 39.9%
Anti-Social Behaviour
156 13.2%
Other Theft
139 11.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
121 10.2%
Burglary
69 5.8%
Public Order
68 5.7%
Vehicle Crime
51 4.3%
Shoplifting
42 3.5%
Other Crime
26 2.2%
Drugs
20 1.7%
Possession of Weapons
13 1.1%
Robbery
5 0.4%
Theft from Person
2 0.2%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Broseley and Much Wenlock — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broseley and Much Wenlock safe?

Broseley and Much Wenlock has a CrimeRadar safety score of 26/100, rated Below Average. 605 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Broseley and Much Wenlock has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Broseley and Much Wenlock in the last 12 months?

605 crimes were recorded in Broseley and Much Wenlock in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 4.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (581 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Broseley and Much Wenlock?

The most common crime in Broseley and Much Wenlock is Violent Crime, with 473 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 78.2% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Broseley and Much Wenlock increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Broseley and Much Wenlock is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 4.1% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Broseley and Much Wenlock?

Broseley and Much Wenlock has a safety score of 26 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Broseley and Much Wenlock compare to the West Mercia Police average?

Broseley and Much Wenlock has a safety score of 26/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Broseley and Much Wenlock is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Broseley and Much Wenlock?

38.6% of crimes in Broseley and Much Wenlock resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Broseley and Much Wenlock?

473 violent crimes were recorded in Broseley and Much Wenlock in the last 12 months, representing 78.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 156 incidents.

When was the crime data for Broseley and Much Wenlock last updated?

The crime data for Broseley and Much Wenlock was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Broseley and Much Wenlock with other areas?

You can compare Broseley and Much Wenlock with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.