Is Barnsley West Safe?
Crime statistics for Barnsley West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 6,224 total crimes recorded in Barnsley West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Barnsley West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnsley West safe?
Barnsley West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 6,224 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Barnsley West has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Barnsley West in the last 12 months?
6,224 crimes were recorded in Barnsley West in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 6.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (6,684 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Barnsley West?
The most common crime in Barnsley West is Violent Crime, with 2,267 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 36.4% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Barnsley West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Barnsley West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Barnsley West?
Barnsley West has a safety score of 9 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 Barnsley West compare to the South Yorkshire Police average?
Barnsley West has a safety score of 9/100, while the South Yorkshire Police force area average is 8/100. Barnsley West 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 Barnsley West?
27.6% of crimes in Barnsley West 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 Barnsley West?
2,267 violent crimes were recorded in Barnsley West in the last 12 months, representing 36.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,107 incidents.
When was the crime data for Barnsley West last updated?
The crime data for Barnsley West 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 Barnsley West with other areas?
You can compare Barnsley West 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.