Is Blundellsands Safe?
Crime statistics for Blundellsands. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 1,181 total crimes recorded in Blundellsands
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Blundellsands — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blundellsands safe?
Blundellsands has a CrimeRadar safety score of 24/100, rated High Crime. A total of 657 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 25.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Blundellsands are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Blundellsands in the last 12 months?
657 crimes were recorded in Blundellsands 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 25.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (524 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 420 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Blundellsands?
The most common crime in Blundellsands is Violent Crime, with 420 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 63.9% 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 Blundellsands increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Blundellsands is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 25.4% — from 524 crimes in the previous 12 months to 657 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 Blundellsands?
Blundellsands has a safety score of 24 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Blundellsands compare to the Merseyside Police average?
Blundellsands has a safety score of 24/100, while the Merseyside Police force area average is 11/100. Blundellsands 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 Blundellsands?
42.3% of crimes recorded in Blundellsands 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 Merseyside Police. 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 Blundellsands?
420 violent crimes were recorded in Blundellsands in the last 12 months — representing 63.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 225 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 Blundellsands last updated?
The crime data for Blundellsands 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 Blundellsands with other areas?
You can compare Blundellsands 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.