Is Broad Oak Safe?
Crime statistics for Broad Oak. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 699 total crimes recorded in Broad Oak
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Broad Oak — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Broad Oak safe?
Broad Oak has a CrimeRadar safety score of 38/100, rated Below Average. A total of 459 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 91.3% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Broad Oak are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Broad Oak in the last 12 months?
459 crimes were recorded in Broad Oak in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 91.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (240 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 263 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Broad Oak?
The most common crime in Broad Oak is Violent Crime, with 263 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 57.3% 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 Broad Oak increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Broad Oak is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 91.3% — from 240 crimes in the previous 12 months to 459 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Broad Oak?
Broad Oak has a safety score of 38 out of 100 (Below 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 Broad Oak compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Broad Oak has a safety score of 38/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Broad Oak 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 Broad Oak?
32.6% of crimes recorded in Broad Oak 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 Lancashire Constabulary. 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 Broad Oak?
263 violent crimes were recorded in Broad Oak in the last 12 months — representing 57.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 170 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 Broad Oak last updated?
The crime data for Broad Oak 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 Broad Oak with other areas?
You can compare Broad Oak 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.