Is Lichfield District Safe?
Crime statistics for Lichfield District. 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 — 483 total crimes recorded in Lichfield District
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Lichfield District — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lichfield District safe?
Lichfield District has a CrimeRadar safety score of 33/100, rated Below Average. A total of 483 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 24.8% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Lichfield District are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Lichfield District in the last 12 months?
483 crimes were recorded in Lichfield District 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 24.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (387 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 217 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Lichfield District?
The most common crime in Lichfield District is Violent Crime, with 217 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.9% 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 Lichfield District increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Lichfield District is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 24.8% — from 387 crimes in the previous 12 months to 483 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 Lichfield District?
Lichfield District has a safety score of 33 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 Lichfield District compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Lichfield District has a safety score of 33/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District?
217 violent crimes were recorded in Lichfield District in the last 12 months — representing 44.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 44 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 Lichfield District last updated?
The crime data for Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District with other areas?
You can compare Lichfield District 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.