Is Hitchin Urban Safe?
Crime statistics for Hitchin Urban. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 7,704 total crimes recorded in Hitchin Urban
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hitchin Urban — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hitchin Urban safe?
Hitchin Urban has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. 2,435 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Hitchin Urban has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Hitchin Urban in the last 12 months?
2,435 crimes were recorded in Hitchin Urban in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 11.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,762 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Hitchin Urban?
The most common crime in Hitchin Urban is Violent Crime, with 2,420 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 99.4% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Hitchin Urban increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hitchin Urban is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 11.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Hitchin Urban?
Hitchin Urban has a safety score of 10 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 Hitchin Urban compare to the Hertfordshire Constabulary average?
Hitchin Urban has a safety score of 10/100, while the Hertfordshire Constabulary force area average is 7/100. Hitchin Urban 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 Hitchin Urban?
42.8% of crimes in Hitchin Urban 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 Hitchin Urban?
2,420 violent crimes were recorded in Hitchin Urban in the last 12 months, representing 99.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,797 incidents.
When was the crime data for Hitchin Urban last updated?
The crime data for Hitchin Urban 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 Hitchin Urban with other areas?
You can compare Hitchin Urban 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.