Is Westbrook Safe?
Crime statistics for Westbrook. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,345 total crimes recorded in Westbrook
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Westbrook — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westbrook safe?
Westbrook has a CrimeRadar safety score of 32/100, rated Below Average. A total of 570 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 43.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Westbrook are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Westbrook in the last 12 months?
570 crimes were recorded in Westbrook 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 43.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (396 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 444 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Westbrook?
The most common crime in Westbrook is Violent Crime, with 444 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 77.9% 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 Westbrook increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Westbrook is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 43.9% — from 396 crimes in the previous 12 months to 570 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 Westbrook?
Westbrook has a safety score of 32 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 Westbrook compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?
Westbrook has a safety score of 32/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 26/100. Westbrook 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 Westbrook?
51.6% of crimes recorded in Westbrook 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 Westbrook?
444 violent crimes were recorded in Westbrook in the last 12 months — representing 77.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 120 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 Westbrook last updated?
The crime data for Westbrook was last updated in May 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 Westbrook with other areas?
You can compare Westbrook 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.