Is Primrose Safe?
Crime statistics for Primrose. 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 — 692 total crimes recorded in Primrose
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Primrose — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Primrose safe?
Primrose has a CrimeRadar safety score of 49/100, rated Average. A total of 376 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 19% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Primrose are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Primrose in the last 12 months?
376 crimes were recorded in Primrose 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 19% compared to the previous 12-month period (316 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 220 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Primrose?
The most common crime in Primrose is Violent Crime, with 220 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 58.5% 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 Primrose increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Primrose is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 19% — from 316 crimes in the previous 12 months to 376 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 Primrose?
Primrose has a safety score of 49 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 Primrose compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Primrose has a safety score of 49/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Primrose 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 Primrose?
35.3% of crimes recorded in Primrose 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 Primrose?
220 violent crimes were recorded in Primrose in the last 12 months — representing 58.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 198 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 Primrose last updated?
The crime data for Primrose 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 Primrose with other areas?
You can compare Primrose 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.