Is Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill Safe?
Crime statistics for Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,326 total crimes recorded in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill safe?
Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill has a CrimeRadar safety score of 12/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,326 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 19.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill in the last 12 months?
2,326 crimes were recorded in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 19.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,904 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 909 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill?
The most common crime in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill is Violent Crime, with 909 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.1% 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 Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 19.9% — from 2,904 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,326 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill?
Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill has a safety score of 12 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 Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill compare to the West Midlands Police average?
Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill has a safety score of 12/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 8/100. Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill 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 Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill?
31.6% of crimes recorded in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill 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 Midlands 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 Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill?
909 violent crimes were recorded in Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill in the last 12 months — representing 39.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 110 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 Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill last updated?
The crime data for Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill was last updated in June 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 Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill with other areas?
You can compare Lyndon, Elmdon, Olton and Silhill 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.