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Hate crimes in West Mercia rose 10% from 2024 to 2025, reaching a three-year high.
West Mercia Police reported a 10% rise in hate crimes from April 2024 to March 2025, with 1,815 incidents—the highest in three years and third-highest since 2012/13.
Race was the top motive, followed by sexual orientation, disability, and gender identity, while religious hate crimes were the lowest category.
The increase may reflect growing public confidence in reporting, though data only covers reported incidents.
West Mercia ranked 12th in England (outside London) for the largest rise, with Avon and Somerset, Durham, and Hertfordshire seeing sharper increases.
Seventeen forces reported declines, including Lancashire, Kent, and Essex.
Police stressed the importance of reporting to support victims and hold offenders accountable.
Los crímenes de odio en Mercia Occidental aumentaron un 10% de 2024 a 2025, alcanzando un máximo en tres años.