How Geospatial Analysis Helped West Midlands Police Cut Violent Crime

Grant Powell

doi:10.1093/itnow/bwag046

January 1, 2026ITNOW

How Geospatial Analysis Helped West Midlands Police Cut Violent Crime

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Key Points

This research aims to evaluate how geospatial analysis aids in identifying crime hotspots to reduce violent crime incidences.
Implementation of an innovative geospatial analysis project by West Midlands Police.
Utilized data-driven techniques to map and analyze crime trends.
Collaboration between police officers and intelligence analysts to enhance policing strategies.
Identification of specific crime hotspots leading to concentrated policing efforts.
Notable reduction in violent crime rates following implementation of geospatial strategies.
Increased awareness of data-driven approaches within the police force.

Implication

Identifies crime hotspots in West Midlands, highlighting effective policing strategies.

Abstract

John Askew, Detective Chief Inspector, and Tori Starmer, Intelligence Analyst, West Midlands Police, explain how an award-winning project to identify crime hotspots is paving the way for a new era of data-driven policing.

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