West Mercia Police

Is Cleobury and Highley Safe?

Crime statistics for Cleobury and Highley. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 1,150 crimes
30 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

1,150 Crimes (last 24 months)
34.3% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓9.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 1,150 total crimes recorded in Cleobury and Highley

Violent Crime
526 45.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
146 12.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
134 11.7%
Other Theft
81 7%
Burglary
75 6.5%
Public Order
70 6.1%
Vehicle Crime
62 5.4%
Other Crime
25 2.2%
Possession of Weapons
12 1%
Drugs
10 0.9%
Shoplifting
4 0.3%
Theft from Person
3 0.3%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Cleobury and Highley — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleobury and Highley safe?

Cleobury and Highley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 30/100, rated Below Average. 547 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Cleobury and Highley has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Cleobury and Highley in the last 12 months?

547 crimes were recorded in Cleobury and Highley in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 9.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (603 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Cleobury and Highley?

The most common crime in Cleobury and Highley is Violent Crime, with 526 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 96.2% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Cleobury and Highley increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Cleobury and Highley is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 9.3% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Cleobury and Highley?

Cleobury and Highley has a safety score of 30 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 Cleobury and Highley compare to the West Mercia Police average?

Cleobury and Highley has a safety score of 30/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Cleobury and Highley 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 Cleobury and Highley?

34.3% of crimes in Cleobury and Highley 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 Cleobury and Highley?

526 violent crimes were recorded in Cleobury and Highley in the last 12 months, representing 96.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 146 incidents.

When was the crime data for Cleobury and Highley last updated?

The crime data for Cleobury and Highley 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 Cleobury and Highley with other areas?

You can compare Cleobury and Highley 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.