Is Northwood Hills Safe?
Crime statistics for Northwood Hills. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 4,051 total crimes recorded in Northwood Hills
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Northwood Hills — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwood Hills safe?
Northwood Hills has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. 1,999 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Northwood Hills has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Northwood Hills in the last 12 months?
1,999 crimes were recorded in Northwood Hills in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 2.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,052 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Northwood Hills?
The most common crime in Northwood Hills is Violent Crime, with 943 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 47.2% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Northwood Hills increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Northwood Hills is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 2.6% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Northwood Hills?
Northwood Hills 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 Northwood Hills compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Northwood Hills has a safety score of 8/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Northwood Hills 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 Northwood Hills?
53.1% of crimes in Northwood Hills 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 Northwood Hills?
943 violent crimes were recorded in Northwood Hills in the last 12 months, representing 47.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 849 incidents.
When was the crime data for Northwood Hills last updated?
The crime data for Northwood Hills 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 Northwood Hills with other areas?
You can compare Northwood Hills 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.