The Centre worked with Staffordshire Police, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, and local councils to identify areas with high levels of anti-social behaviour (ASB).
By combining data from several organisations, the Centre identified ASB hotspots and the age groups most affected. The aim was to understand where problems were happening and use this information to support practical action. The approach can also be used in other districts and boroughs.
Data used
- Police records of ASB incidents
- ASB data from district and borough councils
- ASB data from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service
- Indices of Deprivation data
- Research from Keele University
What the analysis looked at
- Identifying shared ASB hotspot areas across partner organisations
- Supporting the ASB hotspot policing trial with evidence and data
- Understanding the specific issues affecting each hotspot
The findings, research and engagement work were brought together into a report. The report includes recommendations that partner organisations are using to develop action plans.
What our partners said
"The analysis has helped us understand anti-social behaviour across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent and plan a multi-agency response. By combining information from different sources, we have a better understanding of the issues facing victims and communities. We can now work more closely with partners to tackle these hotspots and improve services for local people."
Staffordshire Police Anti-social Behaviour Lead
Cost of living
The cost-of-living crisis continues to affect people across the country. Research from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation found that millions of people are struggling to afford basic essentials and keep up with household bills.
The Centre worked with Public Health, Citizens Advice, Dorset Council and other partners to identify people and families most at risk of financial hardship in Staffordshire.
By combining data from different organisations, the Centre developed a clearer picture of vulnerability and helped partners target support earlier.
Data used
- Citizens Advice demand data
- Housing cost analysis
- Experian discretionary income data
- Research from Keele University
Findings
Two reports were produced:
- A county-wide overview of people most vulnerable to the cost-of-living crisis.
- Local reports for each of Staffordshire's eight district and borough areas.
The reports identified two priority groups:
- People with less than £50 disposable income per month
- People with between £50 and £125 disposable income per month
The Centre also developed a live dashboard, based on an approach used in Dorset. The dashboard tracks changes over time, including inflation and government support payments.
Intended impact
- Better targeting of support to vulnerable people and communities
- A coordinated, data-led response across Staffordshire
- Improved targeting of funding, such as the Household Support Fund
Domestic abuse
The Centre worked with Staffordshire Police, Social Care services and commissioned providers to improve understanding of domestic abuse and what interventions are most effective.
The project brought together data from several organisations to identify approaches that help reduce repeat offending and repeat victimisation.
The aim was not to provide all the answers to this complex issue, but to identify practical lessons that could improve outcomes.
Data used
- Crime data
- DASH assessments (Domestic Abuse, Stalking, Harassment and Honour-Based Violence)
- MARAC records (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference)
- Domestic Abuse Protection Orders and Notices
- Children's Social Care records
- Case studies from domestic abuse service providers
- Research from Keele University
What the analysis looked at
- Supporting the Domestic Abuse Partnership with evidence about what works
- Understanding the differences between closed cases and cases that remain in the system
- Identifying approaches that work in different circumstances
How the findings were used
- Supporting a Staffordshire Police pilot using Domestic Violence Protection Orders (DVPOs)
- Informing the Domestic Abuse Commissioning Delivery Plan 2023/24
- Contributing to the Domestic Abuse Service Specification, including perpetrator programmes
What our partners said
"The insight provided is invaluable and will help the Domestic Abuse Commissioning Delivery Board take a data-led approach to improving outcomes."
Domestic Abuse Board Chair
"The collaboration enabled academic researchers to combine current local data with wider research, helping to shape analysis and support real improvements in policy and interventions."
Keele University Lead
"This work has helped us gain valuable insight and improve outcomes through collaboration between the Centre for Data Analytics, Staffordshire Police and Keele University."
Staffordshire Police Lead
Serious violence
The Centre worked with Staffordshire Police, Staffordshire County Council Children's Services and the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner to support efforts to reduce serious violence.
The project combined data from several sources to identify children and young people most at risk of becoming involved in serious violence, either as victims or offenders.
Working with Keele University, the Centre used a robust methodology to identify those most at risk and understand where support was most needed.
Data used
- Crime data
- Intelligence data
- Children's Social Care data
- Education data
- Indices of Deprivation data
- Experian Mosaic data
- Research from Keele University
What the analysis looked at
- Identifying children and young people aged 0 to 24 who are most at risk
- Identifying areas with the highest concentration of at-risk individuals
- Understanding the factors most strongly linked to serious violence
The findings have informed recommendations and actions designed to support vulnerable children and young adults.
What our partners said
"This data will help services better support children and young people who are at risk of becoming involved in serious violence and help them make positive life choices."
Ben Adams, Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire and Rescue and Crime, and Chair of the Violence Reduction Alliance
"The analysis has improved our understanding of serious violence across Staffordshire and will help us work with partners to better support victims and tackle offending."
Head of Safeguarding, Staffordshire Police
Warmer homes
The Centre provided intelligence to support the Staffordshire Warmer Homes Programme.
By combining different data sources, the Centre identified communities that could benefit most from home energy improvements and support.
Data used
- Deprivation data
- Fuel poverty data
- Properties not connected to mains gas
- Properties with low Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings
- Eligibility for energy companies' Priority Services Register
Results
By mapping and combining these datasets, 11 priority neighbourhoods were identified.
The Warmer Homes Programme is using this information to raise awareness of the scheme and target support where it is needed most.
What our partners said
"The first phase has helped identify 11 priority neighbourhoods across Staffordshire. These areas have high levels of fuel poverty and include people who are most vulnerable to cold-related illnesses and risks."
Public Health Commissioner, Staffordshire Warmer Homes Programme