Is Longton South Safe?
Crime statistics for Longton South. 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 — 944 total crimes recorded in Longton South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Longton South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Longton South safe?
Longton South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 5/100, rated High Crime. A total of 944 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 8.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Longton South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Longton South in the last 12 months?
944 crimes were recorded in Longton South 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 8.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (873 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 423 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Longton South?
The most common crime in Longton South is Violent Crime, with 423 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.8% 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 Longton South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Longton South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 8.1% — from 873 crimes in the previous 12 months to 944 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 Longton South?
Longton South has a safety score of 5 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 Longton South compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Longton South has a safety score of 5/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Longton South 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 Longton South?
19% of crimes recorded in Longton South 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 Longton South?
423 violent crimes were recorded in Longton South in the last 12 months — representing 44.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 147 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 Longton South last updated?
The crime data for Longton South 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 Longton South with other areas?
You can compare Longton South 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.