ONS figures show 4% drop in total crime in West Mercia

Crime continues to fall in West Mercia according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics.

Delivering on Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion’s commitment to ‘Cutting crime’, as set out in his Safer Communities Plan, total recorded crime fell by 4% between July 2024 and June 2025. This follows a 6% drop recorded earlier in the year.

Some of the biggest fallers include burglary at 19%, incidents of serious violence at 9%, overall theft at 8%, and shoplifting at 5%.

In contrast, sexual offences have increased by 9%, in line with the national average, and theft from a person has risen by 69 to 382 (22%).

Commenting on the figures, PCC John Campion said: “A reduction in crime is always welcome, with this long-term trend a testament to the dedication of the hardworking men and women who make up West Mercia’s thin blue line.

“In my role, I regularly engage with the public to understand their lived experiences as it cannot only be about the data, but also how safe they feel.

“Those conversations make it clear that there’s still more to do to ensure they feel the benefits of less crime, and at the same time, ensuring the resources are available to address some concerning upward trends.

“That’s why I will continue to use my voice to support and challenge the Chief Constable to ensure crime rates are not just statistics, but a reflection of safer, more confident communities.”