Is Barnes Safe?
Crime statistics for Barnes. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 19,520 total crimes recorded in Barnes
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Barnes — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnes safe?
Barnes has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 6,116 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Barnes has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Barnes in the last 12 months?
6,116 crimes were recorded in Barnes in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 3.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (6,312 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Barnes?
The most common crime in Barnes is Violent Crime, with 4,332 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 70.8% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Barnes increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Barnes is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.1% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Barnes?
Barnes has a safety score of 9 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 Barnes compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Barnes has a safety score of 9/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Barnes is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Barnes?
65.7% of crimes in Barnes resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Barnes?
4,332 violent crimes were recorded in Barnes in the last 12 months, representing 70.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 3,351 incidents.
When was the crime data for Barnes last updated?
The crime data for Barnes was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Barnes with other areas?
You can compare Barnes with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.