Is Mossley Hill Safe?
Crime statistics for Mossley Hill. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 435 total crimes recorded in Mossley Hill
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Mossley Hill — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mossley Hill safe?
Mossley Hill has a CrimeRadar safety score of 40/100, rated Below Average. A total of 435 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 215.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Mossley Hill are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Mossley Hill in the last 12 months?
435 crimes were recorded in Mossley Hill 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 215.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (138 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 171 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Mossley Hill?
The most common crime in Mossley Hill is Violent Crime, with 171 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.3% 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 Mossley Hill increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Mossley Hill is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 215.2% — from 138 crimes in the previous 12 months to 435 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 Mossley Hill?
Mossley Hill has a safety score of 40 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 Mossley Hill compare to the Merseyside Police average?
Mossley Hill has a safety score of 40/100, while the Merseyside Police force area average is 11/100. Mossley Hill 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 Mossley Hill?
28.7% of crimes recorded in Mossley Hill 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 Mossley Hill?
171 violent crimes were recorded in Mossley Hill in the last 12 months — representing 39.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Mossley Hill last updated?
The crime data for Mossley Hill 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 Mossley Hill with other areas?
You can compare Mossley Hill 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.