Is Silverhill Safe?
Crime statistics for Silverhill. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 385 total crimes recorded in Silverhill
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Silverhill — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silverhill safe?
Silverhill has a CrimeRadar safety score of 54/100, rated Average. A total of 385 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 18.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Silverhill are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Silverhill in the last 12 months?
385 crimes were recorded in Silverhill in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 18.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (473 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 135 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Silverhill?
The most common crime in Silverhill is Violent Crime, with 135 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.1% 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 Silverhill increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Silverhill is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 18.6% — from 473 crimes in the previous 12 months to 385 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Silverhill?
Silverhill has a safety score of 54 out of 100 (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 Silverhill compare to the Sussex Police average?
Silverhill has a safety score of 54/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Silverhill 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 Silverhill?
23.1% of crimes recorded in Silverhill 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 Sussex 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 Silverhill?
135 violent crimes were recorded in Silverhill in the last 12 months — representing 35.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 48 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 Silverhill last updated?
The crime data for Silverhill was last updated in December 2025. 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 Silverhill with other areas?
You can compare Silverhill 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.