Is Horfield Safe?
Crime statistics for Horfield. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,761 total crimes recorded in Horfield
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Horfield — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Horfield safe?
Horfield has a CrimeRadar safety score of 3/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,761 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 58.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Horfield are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Horfield in the last 12 months?
2,761 crimes were recorded in Horfield in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 58.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,738 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,152 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Horfield?
The most common crime in Horfield is Violent Crime, with 1,152 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.7% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Horfield increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Horfield is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 58.9% — from 1,738 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,761 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Horfield?
Horfield has a safety score of 3 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Horfield compare to the Avon and Somerset Constabulary average?
Horfield has a safety score of 3/100, while the Avon and Somerset Constabulary force area average is 14/100. Horfield is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Horfield?
30.8% of crimes recorded in Horfield resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Avon and Somerset Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Horfield?
1,152 violent crimes were recorded in Horfield in the last 12 months — representing 41.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 275 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Horfield last updated?
The crime data for Horfield was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Horfield with other areas?
You can compare Horfield with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.