Staffordshire Police

Is Wombourne Safe?

Crime statistics for Wombourne. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 936 crimes
8 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

936 Crimes (last 12 months)
26.7% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓3.9% 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 12 months — 936 total crimes recorded in Wombourne

Violent Crime
376 40.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
129 13.8%
Vehicle Crime
74 7.9%
Criminal Damage & Arson
66 7.1%
Other Theft
58 6.2%
Public Order
54 5.8%
Burglary
52 5.6%
Shoplifting
38 4.1%
Drugs
34 3.6%
Other Crime
24 2.6%
Robbery
21 2.2%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.2%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Wombourne — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wombourne safe?

Wombourne has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. 936 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Wombourne has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Wombourne in the last 12 months?

936 crimes were recorded in Wombourne in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 3.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (974 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Wombourne?

The most common crime in Wombourne is Violent Crime, with 376 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 40.2% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Wombourne increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Wombourne is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Wombourne?

Wombourne has a safety score of 8 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 Wombourne compare to the Staffordshire Police average?

Wombourne has a safety score of 8/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Wombourne is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Wombourne?

26.7% of crimes in Wombourne 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 Wombourne?

376 violent crimes were recorded in Wombourne in the last 12 months, representing 40.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 129 incidents.

When was the crime data for Wombourne last updated?

The crime data for Wombourne 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 Wombourne with other areas?

You can compare Wombourne 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.