Is Fence & Higham Safe?
Crime statistics for Fence & Higham. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 109 total crimes recorded in Fence & Higham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Fence & Higham — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fence & Higham safe?
Fence & Higham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 90/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 109 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 17.2% compared to the previous year. Fence & Higham is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Fence & Higham in the last 12 months?
109 crimes were recorded in Fence & Higham 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 17.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (93 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 35 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Fence & Higham?
The most common crime in Fence & Higham is Violent Crime, with 35 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 32.1% 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 Fence & Higham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Fence & Higham is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 17.2% — from 93 crimes in the previous 12 months to 109 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 Fence & Higham?
Fence & Higham has a safety score of 90 out of 100 (Very Safe). 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 Fence & Higham compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Fence & Higham has a safety score of 90/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 39/100. Fence & Higham 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 Fence & Higham?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Fence & Higham 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 Fence & Higham?
35 violent crimes were recorded in Fence & Higham in the last 12 months — representing 32.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 24 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 Fence & Higham last updated?
The crime data for Fence & Higham was last updated in January 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 Fence & Higham with other areas?
You can compare Fence & Higham 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.