Is Dale Safe?
Crime statistics for Dale. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,625 total crimes recorded in Dale
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Dale — last 36 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Dale
Safest Areas Near Dale
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Dale by safety score
Compare Dale With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dale safe?
Dale has a CrimeRadar safety score of 54/100, rated Average. A total of 444 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 24.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Dale are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Dale in the last 12 months?
444 crimes were recorded in Dale 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 24.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (590 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 703 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Dale?
The most common crime in Dale is Violent Crime, with 703 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 158.3% 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 Dale increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Dale is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 24.8% — from 590 crimes in the previous 12 months to 444 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Dale?
Dale has a safety score of 54 out of 100 (Average). 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 Dale compare to the Humberside Police average?
Dale has a safety score of 54/100, while the Humberside Police force area average is 20/100. Dale 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 Dale?
49.5% of crimes recorded in Dale 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 Humberside 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 Dale?
703 violent crimes were recorded in Dale in the last 12 months — representing 158.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 154 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 Dale last updated?
The crime data for Dale was last updated in March 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 Dale with other areas?
You can compare Dale 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.