Is Forest Safe?
Crime statistics for Forest. 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 — 9,723 total crimes recorded in Forest
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Forest — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Forest
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Forest by safety score
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Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest safe?
Forest has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. 9,723 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Forest has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Forest in the last 12 months?
9,723 crimes were recorded in Forest in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 0.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (9,795 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Forest?
The most common crime in Forest is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 2,282 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 23.5% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Forest increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Forest is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Forest?
Forest has a safety score of 8 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 Forest compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Forest has a safety score of 8/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Forest is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Forest?
30.1% of crimes in Forest 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 Forest?
2,149 violent crimes were recorded in Forest in the last 12 months, representing 22.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 2,282 incidents.
When was the crime data for Forest last updated?
The crime data for Forest 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 Forest with other areas?
You can compare Forest 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.