Is Northop Safe?
Crime statistics for Northop. 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 — 71 total crimes recorded in Northop
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Northop — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Northop
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Northop by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northop safe?
Northop has a CrimeRadar safety score of 80/100, rated Safe. A total of 71 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 12.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Northop is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Northop in the last 12 months?
71 crimes were recorded in Northop in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 12.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (81 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 32 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Northop?
The most common crime in Northop is Violent Crime, with 32 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.1% 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 Northop increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Northop is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 12.4% — from 81 crimes in the previous 12 months to 71 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Northop?
Northop has a safety score of 80 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Northop compare to the North Wales Police average?
Northop has a safety score of 80/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Northop 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 Northop?
0% of crimes recorded in Northop 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 North Wales Police. 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 Northop?
32 violent crimes were recorded in Northop in the last 12 months — representing 45.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 13 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 Northop last updated?
The crime data for Northop was last updated in January 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 Northop with other areas?
You can compare Northop 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.