Is Ledbury Safe?
Crime statistics for Ledbury. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 856 total crimes recorded in Ledbury
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ledbury — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ledbury safe?
Ledbury has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. 856 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Ledbury has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Ledbury in the last 12 months?
856 crimes were recorded in Ledbury in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 4.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (899 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Ledbury?
The most common crime in Ledbury is Violent Crime, with 345 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 40.3% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Ledbury increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ledbury is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 4.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Ledbury?
Ledbury has a safety score of 7 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 Ledbury compare to the West Mercia Police average?
Ledbury has a safety score of 7/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Ledbury 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 Ledbury?
7.8% of crimes in Ledbury 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 Ledbury?
345 violent crimes were recorded in Ledbury in the last 12 months, representing 40.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 129 incidents.
When was the crime data for Ledbury last updated?
The crime data for Ledbury 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 Ledbury with other areas?
You can compare Ledbury 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.