Is Mercia Safe?
Crime statistics for Mercia. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 787 total crimes recorded in Mercia
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Mercia — last 12 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Mercia
Safest Areas Near Mercia
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Mercia by safety score
Compare Mercia With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mercia safe?
Mercia has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. A total of 787 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 15.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Mercia are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Mercia in the last 12 months?
787 crimes were recorded in Mercia in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 15.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (929 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 352 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Mercia?
The most common crime in Mercia is Violent Crime, with 352 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.7% 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 Mercia increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Mercia is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.3% — from 929 crimes in the previous 12 months to 787 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Mercia?
Mercia has a safety score of 11 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 Mercia compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?
Mercia has a safety score of 11/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Mercia 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 Mercia?
30% of crimes recorded in Mercia 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 Mercia?
352 violent crimes were recorded in Mercia in the last 12 months — representing 44.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 100 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 Mercia last updated?
The crime data for Mercia 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 Mercia with other areas?
You can compare Mercia 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.