Is Mellor Safe?
Crime statistics for Mellor. 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 — 269 total crimes recorded in Mellor
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Mellor — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mellor safe?
Mellor has a CrimeRadar safety score of 72/100, rated Safe. A total of 102 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 36% compared to the previous year. Mellor is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Mellor in the last 12 months?
102 crimes were recorded in Mellor 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 36% compared to the previous 12-month period (75 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 98 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Mellor?
The most common crime in Mellor is Violent Crime, with 98 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 96.1% 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 Mellor increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Mellor is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 36% — from 75 crimes in the previous 12 months to 102 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 Mellor?
Mellor has a safety score of 72 out of 100 (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 Mellor compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Mellor has a safety score of 72/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Mellor 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 Mellor?
41.3% of crimes recorded in Mellor 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 Mellor?
98 violent crimes were recorded in Mellor in the last 12 months — representing 96.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 77 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 Mellor last updated?
The crime data for Mellor 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 Mellor with other areas?
You can compare Mellor 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.