Is Moss Side Safe?
Crime statistics for Moss Side. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 800 total crimes recorded in Moss Side
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Moss Side — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moss Side safe?
Moss Side has a CrimeRadar safety score of 39/100, rated Below Average. A total of 448 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 27.3% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Moss Side are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Moss Side in the last 12 months?
448 crimes were recorded in Moss Side 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 27.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (352 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 321 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Moss Side?
The most common crime in Moss Side is Violent Crime, with 321 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 71.7% 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 Moss Side increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Moss Side is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 27.3% — from 352 crimes in the previous 12 months to 448 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 Moss Side?
Moss Side has a safety score of 39 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 Moss Side compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Moss Side has a safety score of 39/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 31/100. Moss Side 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 Moss Side?
29.3% of crimes recorded in Moss Side 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 Moss Side?
321 violent crimes were recorded in Moss Side in the last 12 months — representing 71.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 209 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 Moss Side last updated?
The crime data for Moss Side was last updated in May 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 Moss Side with other areas?
You can compare Moss Side 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.