Is NEC Safe?
Crime statistics for NEC. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 503 total crimes recorded in NEC
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for NEC — last 12 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in NEC
Safest Areas Near NEC
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to NEC by safety score
Compare NEC With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NEC safe?
NEC has a CrimeRadar safety score of 45/100, rated Average. A total of 503 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 2.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in NEC are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in NEC in the last 12 months?
503 crimes were recorded in NEC 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 2.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (516 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 105 incidents.
What is the most common crime in NEC?
The most common crime in NEC is Violent Crime, with 105 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 20.9% 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 NEC increasing or decreasing?
Crime in NEC is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 2.5% — from 516 crimes in the previous 12 months to 503 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for NEC?
NEC has a safety score of 45 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 NEC compare to the West Midlands Police average?
NEC has a safety score of 45/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 10/100. NEC 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 NEC?
24.2% of crimes recorded in NEC 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 NEC?
105 violent crimes were recorded in NEC in the last 12 months — representing 20.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 36 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 NEC last updated?
The crime data for NEC 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 NEC with other areas?
You can compare NEC 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.