Greater Manchester Police

Is University Safe?

Crime statistics for University. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 36 months: June 2023 – May 2026 333 crimes
87 / 100 Very Safe

Safety Score !

333 Crimes (last 36 months)
93.1% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓83.6% 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 36 months — 333 total crimes recorded in University

Violent Crime
73 21.9%
Other Theft
43 12.9%
Public Order
40 12%
Theft from Person
33 9.9%
Drugs
26 7.8%
Shoplifting
22 6.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
19 5.7%
Possession of Weapons
17 5.1%
Robbery
17 5.1%
Bicycle Theft
14 4.2%
Other Crime
13 3.9%
Vehicle Crime
10 3%
Burglary
6 1.8%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for University — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University safe?

University has a CrimeRadar safety score of 87/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 22 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 83.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. University is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in University in the last 12 months?

22 crimes were recorded in University 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 83.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (134 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 73 incidents.

What is the most common crime in University?

The most common crime in University is Violent Crime, with 73 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 331.8% 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 University increasing or decreasing?

Crime in University is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 83.6% — from 134 crimes in the previous 12 months to 22 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for University?

University has a safety score of 87 out of 100 (Very Safe). 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 University compare to the Greater Manchester Police average?

University has a safety score of 87/100, while the Greater Manchester Police force area average is 85/100. University is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in University?

93.1% of crimes recorded in University 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 Greater Manchester 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 University?

73 violent crimes were recorded in University in the last 12 months — representing 331.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 0 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 University last updated?

The crime data for University was last updated in May 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 University with other areas?

You can compare University 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.

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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: May 2026.