Is Northumberland Heath Safe?
Crime statistics for Northumberland Heath. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 7,612 total crimes recorded in Northumberland Heath
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Northumberland Heath — last 24 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Northumberland Heath
Safest Areas Near Northumberland Heath
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Northumberland Heath by safety score
Compare Northumberland Heath With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northumberland Heath safe?
Northumberland Heath has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,852 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 2.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Northumberland Heath are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Northumberland Heath in the last 12 months?
3,852 crimes were recorded in Northumberland Heath 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 2.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,760 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 2,481 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Northumberland Heath?
The most common crime in Northumberland Heath is Violent Crime, with 2,481 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 64.4% 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 Northumberland Heath increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Northumberland Heath is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2.5% — from 3,760 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,852 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 Northumberland Heath?
Northumberland Heath has a safety score of 7 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 Northumberland Heath compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Northumberland Heath has a safety score of 7/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Northumberland Heath 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 Northumberland Heath?
43.6% of crimes recorded in Northumberland Heath 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 Metropolitan Police Service. 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 Northumberland Heath?
2,481 violent crimes were recorded in Northumberland Heath in the last 12 months — representing 64.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 1,502 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 Northumberland Heath last updated?
The crime data for Northumberland Heath 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 Northumberland Heath with other areas?
You can compare Northumberland Heath 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.