Is Headless Cross and Oakenshaw Safe?
Crime statistics for Headless Cross and Oakenshaw. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 604 total crimes recorded in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw
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Month-by-month crime totals for Headless Cross and Oakenshaw — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Headless Cross and Oakenshaw safe?
Headless Cross and Oakenshaw has a CrimeRadar safety score of 27/100, rated Below Average. A total of 604 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 11.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw in the last 12 months?
604 crimes were recorded in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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 11.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (541 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 236 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw?
The most common crime in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw is Violent Crime, with 236 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.1% 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 11.7% — from 541 crimes in the previous 12 months to 604 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw?
Headless Cross and Oakenshaw has a safety score of 27 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw compare to the West Mercia Police average?
Headless Cross and Oakenshaw has a safety score of 27/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw?
12.8% of crimes recorded in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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 West Mercia 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw?
236 violent crimes were recorded in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw in the last 12 months — representing 39.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 90 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw last updated?
The crime data for Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw with other areas?
You can compare Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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.