Is Wiswell & Barrow Safe?
Crime statistics for Wiswell & Barrow. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 149 total crimes recorded in Wiswell & Barrow
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Wiswell & Barrow — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wiswell & Barrow safe?
Wiswell & Barrow has a CrimeRadar safety score of 87/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 149 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 18.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Wiswell & Barrow is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Wiswell & Barrow in the last 12 months?
149 crimes were recorded in Wiswell & Barrow in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 18.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (183 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 66 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Wiswell & Barrow?
The most common crime in Wiswell & Barrow is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 66 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.3% 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 Wiswell & Barrow increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Wiswell & Barrow is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 18.6% — from 183 crimes in the previous 12 months to 149 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Wiswell & Barrow?
Wiswell & Barrow has a safety score of 87 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 Wiswell & Barrow compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Wiswell & Barrow has a safety score of 87/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Wiswell & Barrow 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 Wiswell & Barrow?
11.1% of crimes recorded in Wiswell & Barrow 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 Wiswell & Barrow?
47 violent crimes were recorded in Wiswell & Barrow in the last 12 months — representing 31.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 66 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 Wiswell & Barrow last updated?
The crime data for Wiswell & Barrow 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 Wiswell & Barrow with other areas?
You can compare Wiswell & Barrow 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.