Is Higher Compton & Mannamead Safe?
Crime statistics for Higher Compton & Mannamead. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 9,325 total crimes recorded in Higher Compton & Mannamead
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Higher Compton & Mannamead — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Higher Compton & Mannamead safe?
Higher Compton & Mannamead has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,402 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 5.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Higher Compton & Mannamead are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Higher Compton & Mannamead in the last 12 months?
3,402 crimes were recorded in Higher Compton & Mannamead 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 5.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,588 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 3,758 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Higher Compton & Mannamead?
The most common crime in Higher Compton & Mannamead is Violent Crime, with 3,758 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 110.5% 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 Higher Compton & Mannamead increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Higher Compton & Mannamead is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.2% — from 3,588 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,402 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Higher Compton & Mannamead?
Higher Compton & Mannamead 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 Higher Compton & Mannamead compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Higher Compton & Mannamead has a safety score of 8/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Higher Compton & Mannamead 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 Higher Compton & Mannamead?
39.3% of crimes recorded in Higher Compton & Mannamead 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 Devon & Cornwall 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 Higher Compton & Mannamead?
3,758 violent crimes were recorded in Higher Compton & Mannamead in the last 12 months — representing 110.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 1,501 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 Higher Compton & Mannamead last updated?
The crime data for Higher Compton & Mannamead 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 Higher Compton & Mannamead with other areas?
You can compare Higher Compton & Mannamead 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.