Is Handsworth Wood Safe?
Crime statistics for Handsworth Wood. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,806 total crimes recorded in Handsworth Wood
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Handsworth Wood — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Handsworth Wood safe?
Handsworth Wood has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,806 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 10.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Handsworth Wood are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Handsworth Wood in the last 12 months?
2,806 crimes were recorded in Handsworth Wood 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 10.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,150 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,365 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Handsworth Wood?
The most common crime in Handsworth Wood is Violent Crime, with 1,365 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 48.6% 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 Handsworth Wood increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Handsworth Wood is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10.9% — from 3,150 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,806 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Handsworth Wood?
Handsworth Wood has a safety score of 10 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 Handsworth Wood compare to the West Midlands Police average?
Handsworth Wood has a safety score of 10/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 10/100. Handsworth Wood is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Handsworth Wood?
23.2% of crimes recorded in Handsworth Wood 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 Handsworth Wood?
1,365 violent crimes were recorded in Handsworth Wood in the last 12 months — representing 48.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 159 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 Handsworth Wood last updated?
The crime data for Handsworth Wood 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 Handsworth Wood with other areas?
You can compare Handsworth Wood 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.