Is Heaton Safe?
Crime statistics for Heaton. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 3,504 total crimes recorded in Heaton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Heaton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heaton safe?
Heaton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. 3,504 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Heaton has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Heaton in the last 12 months?
3,504 crimes were recorded in Heaton in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 5.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,719 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Heaton?
The most common crime in Heaton is Violent Crime, with 1,082 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 30.9% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Heaton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Heaton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Heaton?
Heaton has a safety score of 10 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 Heaton compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Heaton has a safety score of 10/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Heaton 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 Heaton?
37.4% of crimes in Heaton 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 Heaton?
1,082 violent crimes were recorded in Heaton in the last 12 months, representing 30.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 752 incidents.
When was the crime data for Heaton last updated?
The crime data for Heaton 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 Heaton with other areas?
You can compare Heaton 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.