Is Brentwood South Safe?
Crime statistics for Brentwood South. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 4,197 total crimes recorded in Brentwood South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Brentwood South — last 36 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Brentwood South
Safest Areas Near Brentwood South
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Brentwood South by safety score
Compare Brentwood South With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
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 1,350 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 98.6% 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?
60.9% 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?
1,350 violent crimes were recorded in Brentwood South in the last 12 months, representing 98.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 348 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.