Is Burton Urban Safe?
Crime statistics for Burton Urban. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,663 total crimes recorded in Burton Urban
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Burton Urban — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burton Urban safe?
Burton Urban has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,663 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Burton Urban are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Burton Urban in the last 12 months?
2,663 crimes were recorded in Burton Urban 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 1.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,618 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,225 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Burton Urban?
The most common crime in Burton Urban is Violent Crime, with 1,225 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46% 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 Burton Urban increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Burton Urban is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.7% — from 2,618 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,663 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 Burton Urban?
Burton Urban 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 Burton Urban compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Burton Urban has a safety score of 7/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Burton Urban 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 Burton Urban?
25.6% of crimes recorded in Burton Urban 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 Staffordshire 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 Burton Urban?
1,225 violent crimes were recorded in Burton Urban in the last 12 months — representing 46% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 342 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 Burton Urban last updated?
The crime data for Burton Urban 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 Burton Urban with other areas?
You can compare Burton Urban 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.