Is Birchfield Safe?
Crime statistics for Birchfield. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 883 total crimes recorded in Birchfield
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Birchfield — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Birchfield safe?
Birchfield has a CrimeRadar safety score of 41/100, rated Below Average. A total of 411 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 71.3% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Birchfield are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Birchfield in the last 12 months?
411 crimes were recorded in Birchfield 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 71.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (240 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 375 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Birchfield?
The most common crime in Birchfield is Violent Crime, with 375 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 91.2% 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 Birchfield increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Birchfield is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 71.3% — from 240 crimes in the previous 12 months to 411 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 Birchfield?
Birchfield has a safety score of 41 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Birchfield compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Birchfield has a safety score of 41/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Birchfield is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Birchfield?
45.6% of crimes recorded in Birchfield 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 Cheshire 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 Birchfield?
375 violent crimes were recorded in Birchfield in the last 12 months — representing 91.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 153 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 Birchfield last updated?
The crime data for Birchfield 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 Birchfield with other areas?
You can compare Birchfield 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.