Is Bartley Green Safe?
Crime statistics for Bartley Green. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,906 total crimes recorded in Bartley Green
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bartley Green — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bartley Green safe?
Bartley Green has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,906 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 5.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Bartley Green are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Bartley Green in the last 12 months?
2,906 crimes were recorded in Bartley Green 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 5.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,072 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,277 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bartley Green?
The most common crime in Bartley Green is Violent Crime, with 1,277 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.9% 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 Bartley Green increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bartley Green is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.4% — from 3,072 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,906 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bartley Green?
Bartley Green has a safety score of 9 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 Bartley Green compare to the West Midlands Police average?
Bartley Green has a safety score of 9/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 10/100. Bartley Green 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 Bartley Green?
26.3% of crimes recorded in Bartley Green 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 Midlands 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 Bartley Green?
1,277 violent crimes were recorded in Bartley Green in the last 12 months — representing 43.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 230 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 Bartley Green last updated?
The crime data for Bartley Green 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 Bartley Green with other areas?
You can compare Bartley Green 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.