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Is Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill Safe?

Crime statistics for Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 1,293 crimes
6 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,293 Crimes (last 12 months)
10.3% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑0.1% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

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

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 1,293 total crimes recorded in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill

Violent Crime
552 42.7%
Shoplifting
165 12.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
148 11.4%
Criminal Damage & Arson
114 8.8%
Public Order
73 5.6%
Other Theft
59 4.6%
Vehicle Crime
49 3.8%
Burglary
34 2.6%
Drugs
31 2.4%
Other Crime
30 2.3%
Possession of Weapons
18 1.4%
Bicycle Theft
10 0.8%
Robbery
9 0.7%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill safe?

Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill has a CrimeRadar safety score of 6/100, rated High Crime. 1,293 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill in the last 12 months?

1,293 crimes were recorded in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 0.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,292 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill?

The most common crime in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill is Violent Crime, with 552 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 42.7% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 0.1% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill?

Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill has a safety score of 6 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 Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill compare to the West Mercia Police average?

Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill has a safety score of 6/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill 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 Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill?

10.3% of crimes in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill 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 Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill?

552 violent crimes were recorded in Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill in the last 12 months, representing 42.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 148 incidents.

When was the crime data for Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill last updated?

The crime data for Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill 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 Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill with other areas?

You can compare Gorse Hill and Rainbow Hill 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.