Carnforth & Millhead vs University - Lancaster

Side-by-side crime comparison: safety scores, categories and trends.

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A First Neighbourhood
    42/100
    Carnforth & Millhead Lancashire Constabulary
    VS
    B Second Neighbourhood
      84/100
      University - Lancaster Lancashire Constabulary

      Carnforth & Millhead vs University - Lancaster Results

      A
      42/100
      Below Average
      Carnforth & Millhead
      Lancashire Constabulary
      493 crimes / 12m
      ↑15.2% trend
      35.1% resolved
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      VS
      B
      84/100
      Safe
      University - Lancaster
      Lancashire Constabulary
      86 crimes / 12m
      ↓18.1% trend
      18.2% resolved
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      Key Statistics (last 12 months)

      A Carnforth & Millhead
      B University - Lancaster
      Safety Score
      42/100 Below Average
      84/100 Safe
      Total Crimes
      493
      86
      Crimes (prev 12 months)
      428
      105
      Crime Trend (vs same month last year)
      ↑15.2%
      ↓18.1%
      Resolution Rate ?
      35.1%
      18.2%

      Crime by Category (last 12 months)

      Number of crimes per category — lower is better

      A Carnforth & Millhead
      B University - Lancaster
      Violent Crime
      176 ↑16%
      17 ↓45%
      Anti-Social Behaviour
      145 ↑38%
      13 ↓57%
      Other Theft
      33 ↑3%
      26 ↑4%
      Vehicle Crime
      16 ↑129%
      3
      Burglary
      14 ↑27%
      4 ↓20%
      Criminal Damage & Arson
      41 ↑28%
      4 ↑100%
      Drugs
      6 ↓50%
      0 ↓100%
      Public Order
      25 ↑4%
      3 ↓57%
      Shoplifting
      20 ↓43%
      2
      Theft from Person
      1 ↓50%
      0 ↓100%
      Bicycle Theft
      2 ↑100%
      12 ↑300%
      Other Crime
      14 ↑8%
      2
      Overall Verdict
      B University - Lancaster is the safer choice — scoring 84/100 vs 42/100 and winning 3 out of 4 key metrics.
      3/4 metrics won
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Is Carnforth & Millhead safer than University - Lancaster?

      Carnforth & Millhead has a safety score of 42/100 (Below Average) and recorded 493 crimes in the last 12 months. University - Lancaster has a safety score of 84/100 (Safe) with 86 crimes. University - Lancaster scores higher on the CrimeRadar safety index.

      What is the crime trend in Carnforth & Millhead vs University - Lancaster?

      Carnforth & Millhead shows a year-on-year crime trend of +15.2% — meaning total crimes rose compared to the same period the prior year. University - Lancaster shows -18.1% (falling). A downward trend is a positive sign for an area.

      What types of crime are most common in Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster?

      In Carnforth & Millhead, the most recorded crime category over the last 12 months is Violent Crime (176 incidents). In University - Lancaster, it is Other Theft (26 incidents). The full breakdown by category is shown in the chart above.

      How does anti-social behaviour compare between Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster?

      Carnforth & Millhead recorded 145 anti-social behaviour incidents in the last 12 months, while University - Lancaster recorded 13. Anti-social behaviour includes rowdiness, nuisance and disorder that disrupts daily life but may not result in a criminal charge.

      How do violent crime levels compare in Carnforth & Millhead vs University - Lancaster?

      Violent crime in Carnforth & Millhead totalled 176 incidents over the last 12 months, compared to 17 in University - Lancaster. Violent crime includes assault with and without injury, harassment, and public order offences.

      How many crimes were recorded in Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster in the previous year?

      In the 12 months prior to the most recent period, Carnforth & Millhead recorded 428 crimes (now 493, a change of +15.2%). University - Lancaster recorded 105 crimes previously (now 86, -18.1%).

      What is the resolution rate for crimes in Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster?

      The resolution rate is the percentage of recorded crimes that resulted in a formal outcome — such as a charge, caution, penalty notice, or community resolution. Carnforth & Millhead has a resolution rate of 35.1% and University - Lancaster has 18.2%. A higher rate indicates police are more frequently resolving reported crimes in that area.

      Which police force covers Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster?

      Carnforth & Millhead falls within the Lancashire Constabulary boundary. University - Lancaster is covered by Lancashire Constabulary. Each force operates independently and publishes crime data through the national UK Police API.

      What data is used to compare Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster?

      CrimeRadar uses 36 months of official recorded crime data from the UK Police API, updated each month. The safety score combines crime volume relative to the force average, year-on-year trend direction, and resolution rate. All figures are based on crimes recorded within each police-defined neighbourhood boundary.

      Can I see Carnforth & Millhead or University - Lancaster on a crime map?

      Yes — CrimeRadar has individual crime map pages for both Carnforth & Millhead and University - Lancaster. You can view interactive maps, monthly trends and hotspot locations by visiting each neighbourhood's full statistics page linked above.

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