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Burglary Rates in Rowley

Sandwell, West Midlands, England

Data: 2025-05 to 2026-04 · Source: data.police.uk

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Rowley recorded 47 burglaries in the last 12 months. Burglary here is 29% below the UK average. A good alarm system helps keep it that way.

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Burglaries (12 months)

47

2.40 per 1,000 residents

UK average (per 1,000)

3.4

England & Wales

Total crimes (12 months)

1,757

89.9 per 1,000 residents

29% below the UK average39% below the West Midlands regional average

How does Rowley rank?

Within Sandwell

22 of 24 neighbourhoods

UK-wide safety percentile

43th percentile

Around the UK mid-range

Monthly burglary trend

2025-05 to 2026-04

5
5
4
3
2
5
8
4
3
2
2
4
May 25
Jun 25
Jul 25
Aug 25
Sept 25
Oct 25
Nov 25
Dec 25
Jan 26
Feb 26
Mar 26
Apr 26

Crime breakdown

2025-05 to 2026-04

Violence & Sexual
842
48%
Other Crime
380
22%
Shoplifting
237
13%
Vehicle Crime
119
7%
Anti-social Behaviour
76
4%
Burglary
47
3%
Drug Offences
31
2%
Robbery
21
1%
Theft from Person
4
0%

Property mix in Rowley

Source: Census 2021 · 7,951 households

Detached 15%Semi-detached 47%Terraced 20%Flats 18%

The most common property type in Rowley is Semi-detached. Property type is one of the key factors that influences burglary risk.

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What this means for Rowley homeowners

Most homes in Rowley are semi-detached, which influences where a burglar is most likely to try. Based on the local burglary rate and property mix, homeowners here may want to prioritise:

  • A visible external bell box to deter opportunists
  • Door contacts on all main entry doors
  • Window sensors on accessible ground-floor and rear windows
  • Smart motion detection for hallways and main living areas
  • A video doorbell or CCTV on entry points
  • App alerts so you know the moment a sensor is triggered
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Crime data from data.police.uk. Population and household data from Census 2021. Mid-2024 ONS population estimates used where applicable. Data covers 2025-05 to 2026-04.

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