Hertfordshire Constabulary

Is St Albans Central, North and West Safe?

Crime statistics for St Albans Central, North and West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 5,282 crimes
8 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

5,282 Crimes (last 12 months)
33.2% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑2.4% 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 — 5,282 total crimes recorded in St Albans Central, North and West

Violent Crime
1,415 26.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
1,067 20.2%
Shoplifting
683 12.9%
Other Theft
464 8.8%
Vehicle Crime
393 7.4%
Criminal Damage & Arson
323 6.1%
Public Order
250 4.7%
Burglary
210 4%
Drugs
174 3.3%
Other Crime
88 1.7%
Bicycle Theft
67 1.3%
Theft from Person
55 1%
Robbery
51 1%
Possession of Weapons
42 0.8%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for St Albans Central, North and West — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St Albans Central, North and West safe?

St Albans Central, North and West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. 5,282 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. St Albans Central, North and West has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in St Albans Central, North and West in the last 12 months?

5,282 crimes were recorded in St Albans Central, North and West in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 2.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (5,156 crimes).

What is the most common crime in St Albans Central, North and West?

The most common crime in St Albans Central, North and West is Violent Crime, with 1,415 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 26.8% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in St Albans Central, North and West increasing or decreasing?

Crime in St Albans Central, North and West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2.4% 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 St Albans Central, North and West?

St Albans Central, North and West 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 St Albans Central, North and West compare to the Hertfordshire Constabulary average?

St Albans Central, North and West has a safety score of 8/100, while the Hertfordshire Constabulary force area average is 7/100. St Albans Central, North and West 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 St Albans Central, North and West?

33.2% of crimes in St Albans Central, North and West 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 St Albans Central, North and West?

1,415 violent crimes were recorded in St Albans Central, North and West in the last 12 months, representing 26.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,067 incidents.

When was the crime data for St Albans Central, North and West last updated?

The crime data for St Albans Central, North and West 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 St Albans Central, North and West with other areas?

You can compare St Albans Central, North and West 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.