Is Hodge Hill Safe?
Crime statistics for Hodge Hill. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 3,620 total crimes recorded in Hodge Hill
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hodge Hill — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hodge Hill safe?
Hodge Hill has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,620 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 8.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Hodge Hill are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Hodge Hill in the last 12 months?
3,620 crimes were recorded in Hodge Hill in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 8.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,347 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,591 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Hodge Hill?
The most common crime in Hodge Hill is Violent Crime, with 1,591 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44% 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 Hodge Hill increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hodge Hill is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 8.2% — from 3,347 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,620 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Hodge Hill?
Hodge Hill 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 Hodge Hill compare to the West Midlands Police average?
Hodge Hill has a safety score of 7/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 10/100. Hodge Hill 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 Hodge Hill?
31.4% of crimes recorded in Hodge Hill 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 Hodge Hill?
1,591 violent crimes were recorded in Hodge Hill in the last 12 months — representing 44% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 213 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 Hodge Hill last updated?
The crime data for Hodge Hill 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 Hodge Hill with other areas?
You can compare Hodge Hill 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.