Is Whittington and Barrow Hill Safe?
Crime statistics for Whittington and Barrow Hill. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 970 total crimes recorded in Whittington and Barrow Hill
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Whittington and Barrow Hill — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whittington and Barrow Hill safe?
Whittington and Barrow Hill has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. A total of 970 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 12.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Whittington and Barrow Hill are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Whittington and Barrow Hill in the last 12 months?
970 crimes were recorded in Whittington and Barrow Hill 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 12.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,105 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 439 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Whittington and Barrow Hill?
The most common crime in Whittington and Barrow Hill is Violent Crime, with 439 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.3% 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 Whittington and Barrow Hill increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Whittington and Barrow Hill is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 12.2% — from 1,105 crimes in the previous 12 months to 970 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Whittington and Barrow Hill?
Whittington and Barrow Hill has a safety score of 8 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 Whittington and Barrow Hill compare to the Derbyshire Constabulary average?
Whittington and Barrow Hill has a safety score of 8/100, while the Derbyshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Whittington and Barrow Hill 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 Whittington and Barrow Hill?
8.4% of crimes recorded in Whittington and Barrow Hill 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 Whittington and Barrow Hill?
439 violent crimes were recorded in Whittington and Barrow Hill in the last 12 months — representing 45.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 185 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 Whittington and Barrow Hill last updated?
The crime data for Whittington and Barrow Hill 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 Whittington and Barrow Hill with other areas?
You can compare Whittington and Barrow Hill 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.