Staffordshire Police

Is Branston Safe?

Crime statistics for Branston. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 1,828 crimes
34 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

1,828 Crimes (last 36 months)
40.3% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓15.1% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 1,828 total crimes recorded in Branston

Violent Crime
775 42.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
257 14.1%
Other Theft
179 9.8%
Public Order
151 8.3%
Criminal Damage & Arson
115 6.3%
Vehicle Crime
93 5.1%
Burglary
78 4.3%
Shoplifting
70 3.8%
Other Crime
41 2.2%
Drugs
33 1.8%
Bicycle Theft
14 0.8%
Possession of Weapons
11 0.6%
Robbery
8 0.4%
Theft from Person
3 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Branston — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Branston safe?

Branston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 34/100, rated Below Average. 563 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Branston has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Branston in the last 12 months?

563 crimes were recorded in Branston in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 15.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (663 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Branston?

The most common crime in Branston is Violent Crime, with 775 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 137.7% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Branston increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Branston is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.1% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Branston?

Branston has a safety score of 34 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Branston compare to the Staffordshire Police average?

Branston has a safety score of 34/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Branston 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 Branston?

40.3% of crimes in Branston 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 Branston?

775 violent crimes were recorded in Branston in the last 12 months, representing 137.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 257 incidents.

When was the crime data for Branston last updated?

The crime data for Branston 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 Branston with other areas?

You can compare Branston 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.