Is Long Eaton South Safe?
Crime statistics for Long Eaton South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,340 total crimes recorded in Long Eaton South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Long Eaton South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Eaton South safe?
Long Eaton South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 6/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,340 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 4.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Long Eaton South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Long Eaton South in the last 12 months?
1,340 crimes were recorded in Long Eaton South 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 4.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,283 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 566 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Long Eaton South?
The most common crime in Long Eaton South is Violent Crime, with 566 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42.2% 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 Long Eaton South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Long Eaton South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 4.4% — from 1,283 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,340 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 Long Eaton South?
Long Eaton South has a safety score of 6 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 Long Eaton South compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?
Long Eaton South has a safety score of 6/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Long Eaton South 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 Long Eaton South?
21.1% of crimes recorded in Long Eaton South 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 Derbyshire 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 Long Eaton South?
566 violent crimes were recorded in Long Eaton South in the last 12 months — representing 42.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 170 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 Long Eaton South last updated?
The crime data for Long Eaton South 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 Long Eaton South with other areas?
You can compare Long Eaton South 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.