Is Redditch South West and Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Redditch South West and Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 701 total crimes recorded in Redditch South West and Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Redditch South West and Rural — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Redditch South West and Rural safe?
Redditch South West and Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 19/100, rated High Crime. A total of 701 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 7.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Redditch South West and Rural are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Redditch South West and Rural in the last 12 months?
701 crimes were recorded in Redditch South West and Rural in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 7.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (650 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 266 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Redditch South West and Rural?
The most common crime in Redditch South West and Rural is Violent Crime, with 266 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 37.9% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Redditch South West and Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Redditch South West and Rural is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 7.9% — from 650 crimes in the previous 12 months to 701 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Redditch South West and Rural?
Redditch South West and Rural has a safety score of 19 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Redditch South West and Rural compare to the West Mercia Police average?
Redditch South West and Rural has a safety score of 19/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Redditch South West and Rural 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 Redditch South West and Rural?
18.5% of crimes recorded in Redditch South West and Rural resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by West Mercia Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Redditch South West and Rural?
266 violent crimes were recorded in Redditch South West and Rural in the last 12 months — representing 37.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 124 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Redditch South West and Rural last updated?
The crime data for Redditch South West and Rural was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Redditch South West and Rural with other areas?
You can compare Redditch South West and Rural with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.