Is Welwyn Hatfield West Safe?
Crime statistics for Welwyn Hatfield West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 4,963 total crimes recorded in Welwyn Hatfield West
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Month-by-month crime totals for Welwyn Hatfield West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Welwyn Hatfield West safe?
Welwyn Hatfield West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 6/100, rated High Crime. 4,963 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Welwyn Hatfield West has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Welwyn Hatfield West in the last 12 months?
4,963 crimes were recorded in Welwyn Hatfield West in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 9.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (4,524 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Welwyn Hatfield West?
The most common crime in Welwyn Hatfield West is Violent Crime, with 1,798 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 36.2% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Welwyn Hatfield West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Welwyn Hatfield West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 9.7% 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 Welwyn Hatfield West?
Welwyn Hatfield West 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 Welwyn Hatfield West compare to the Hertfordshire Constabulary average?
Welwyn Hatfield West has a safety score of 6/100, while the Hertfordshire Constabulary force area average is 7/100. Welwyn Hatfield West 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 Welwyn Hatfield West?
30.1% of crimes in Welwyn Hatfield 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 Welwyn Hatfield West?
1,798 violent crimes were recorded in Welwyn Hatfield West in the last 12 months, representing 36.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 942 incidents.
When was the crime data for Welwyn Hatfield West last updated?
The crime data for Welwyn Hatfield 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 Welwyn Hatfield West with other areas?
You can compare Welwyn Hatfield 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.