Essex Police

Is Brentwood South Safe?

Crime statistics for Brentwood South. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 1,369 crimes
6 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,369 Crimes (last 12 months)
27.4% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑6.9% 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 — 1,369 total crimes recorded in Brentwood South

Violent Crime
476 34.8%
Vehicle Crime
184 13.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
124 9.1%
Other Theft
123 9%
Drugs
103 7.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
98 7.2%
Public Order
86 6.3%
Burglary
79 5.8%
Shoplifting
32 2.3%
Possession of Weapons
29 2.1%
Other Crime
29 2.1%
Robbery
3 0.2%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.1%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Brentwood South — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brentwood South safe?

Brentwood South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 6/100, rated High Crime. 1,369 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Brentwood South has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Brentwood South in the last 12 months?

1,369 crimes were recorded in Brentwood South in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 6.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,281 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Brentwood South?

The most common crime in Brentwood South is Violent Crime, with 476 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 34.8% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Brentwood South increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Brentwood South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 6.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Brentwood South?

Brentwood 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 Brentwood South compare to the Essex Police average?

Brentwood South has a safety score of 6/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 10/100. Brentwood 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 Brentwood South?

27.4% of crimes in Brentwood South resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Brentwood South?

476 violent crimes were recorded in Brentwood South in the last 12 months, representing 34.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 124 incidents.

When was the crime data for Brentwood South last updated?

The crime data for Brentwood South was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Brentwood South with other areas?

You can compare Brentwood South with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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: January 2026.