West Mercia Police

Is Kington and Weobley Safe?

Crime statistics for Kington and Weobley. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 12 months: June 2025 – May 2026 313 crimes
57 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

313 Crimes (last 12 months)
0% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓32% 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 — 313 total crimes recorded in Kington and Weobley

Violent Crime
140 44.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
49 15.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
33 10.5%
Other Theft
23 7.3%
Burglary
21 6.7%
Public Order
21 6.7%
Possession of Weapons
9 2.9%
Vehicle Crime
9 2.9%
Shoplifting
3 1%
Other Crime
3 1%
Theft from Person
1 0.3%
Drugs
1 0.3%
Bicycle Theft
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Kington and Weobley — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near Kington and Weobley

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Kington and Weobley by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kington and Weobley safe?

Kington and Weobley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 57/100, rated Average. A total of 313 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 32% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Kington and Weobley are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Kington and Weobley in the last 12 months?

313 crimes were recorded in Kington and Weobley 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 32% compared to the previous 12-month period (460 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 140 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Kington and Weobley?

The most common crime in Kington and Weobley is Violent Crime, with 140 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.7% 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 Kington and Weobley increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Kington and Weobley is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 32% — from 460 crimes in the previous 12 months to 313 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Kington and Weobley?

Kington and Weobley has a safety score of 57 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 Kington and Weobley compare to the West Mercia Police average?

Kington and Weobley has a safety score of 57/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 19/100. Kington and Weobley 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 Kington and Weobley?

0% of crimes recorded in Kington and Weobley 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 Kington and Weobley?

140 violent crimes were recorded in Kington and Weobley in the last 12 months — representing 44.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 33 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 Kington and Weobley last updated?

The crime data for Kington and Weobley was last updated in May 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 Kington and Weobley with other areas?

You can compare Kington and Weobley 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.

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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: May 2026.