West Mercia Police

Is Headless Cross and Oakenshaw Safe?

Crime statistics for Headless Cross and Oakenshaw. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 604 crimes
27 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

604 Crimes (last 12 months)
12.8% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑11.7% 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 12 months — 604 total crimes recorded in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw

Violent Crime
236 39.1%
Anti-Social Behaviour
90 14.9%
Shoplifting
88 14.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
41 6.8%
Public Order
37 6.1%
Other Theft
26 4.3%
Vehicle Crime
25 4.1%
Burglary
24 4%
Other Crime
18 3%
Drugs
8 1.3%
Possession of Weapons
8 1.3%
Robbery
2 0.3%
Theft from Person
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

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. 604 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Headless Cross and Oakenshaw has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

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. This is an increase of 11.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (541 crimes).

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. This accounts for 39.1% of all reported crimes in the area.

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% 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 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 in Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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 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 90 incidents.

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 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 Headless Cross and Oakenshaw with other areas?

You can compare Headless Cross and Oakenshaw 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.