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Is Billingham West and Wolviston Safe?

Crime statistics for Billingham West and Wolviston. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 12 months: June 2025 – May 2026 885 crimes
5 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

885 Crimes (last 12 months)
32.3% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑139.2% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 885 total crimes recorded in Billingham West and Wolviston

Violent Crime
248 28%
Shoplifting
143 16.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
129 14.6%
Burglary
75 8.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
67 7.6%
Other Theft
62 7%
Vehicle Crime
47 5.3%
Public Order
43 4.9%
Other Crime
24 2.7%
Drugs
16 1.8%
Robbery
16 1.8%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.8%
Bicycle Theft
5 0.6%
Theft from Person
3 0.3%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Billingham West and Wolviston — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near Billingham West and Wolviston

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Billingham West and Wolviston by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Billingham West and Wolviston safe?

Billingham West and Wolviston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 5/100, rated High Crime. A total of 885 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 139.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Billingham West and Wolviston are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Billingham West and Wolviston in the last 12 months?

885 crimes were recorded in Billingham West and Wolviston 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 139.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (370 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 248 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Billingham West and Wolviston?

The most common crime in Billingham West and Wolviston is Violent Crime, with 248 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 28% 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 Billingham West and Wolviston increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Billingham West and Wolviston is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 139.2% — from 370 crimes in the previous 12 months to 885 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 Billingham West and Wolviston?

Billingham West and Wolviston has a safety score of 5 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 Billingham West and Wolviston compare to the Cleveland Police average?

Billingham West and Wolviston has a safety score of 5/100, while the Cleveland Police force area average is 16/100. Billingham West and Wolviston 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 Billingham West and Wolviston?

32.3% of crimes recorded in Billingham West and Wolviston 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 Cleveland Police. 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 Billingham West and Wolviston?

248 violent crimes were recorded in Billingham West and Wolviston in the last 12 months — representing 28% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 129 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 Billingham West and Wolviston last updated?

The crime data for Billingham West and Wolviston 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 Billingham West and Wolviston with other areas?

You can compare Billingham West and Wolviston 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.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: May 2026.