Is Small Heath and Highgate Safe?
Crime statistics for Small Heath and Highgate. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 4,189 total crimes recorded in Small Heath and Highgate
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Small Heath and Highgate — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Small Heath and Highgate safe?
Small Heath and Highgate has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 4,189 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Small Heath and Highgate are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Small Heath and Highgate in the last 12 months?
4,189 crimes were recorded in Small Heath and Highgate 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 8.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (4,561 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,615 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Small Heath and Highgate?
The most common crime in Small Heath and Highgate is Violent Crime, with 1,615 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 38.6% 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 Small Heath and Highgate increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Small Heath and Highgate is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.2% — from 4,561 crimes in the previous 12 months to 4,189 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Small Heath and Highgate?
Small Heath and Highgate 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 Small Heath and Highgate compare to the West Midlands Police average?
Small Heath and Highgate has a safety score of 9/100, while the West Midlands Police force area average is 10/100. Small Heath and Highgate 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 Small Heath and Highgate?
28.6% of crimes recorded in Small Heath and Highgate 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 Small Heath and Highgate?
1,615 violent crimes were recorded in Small Heath and Highgate in the last 12 months — representing 38.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 353 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 Small Heath and Highgate last updated?
The crime data for Small Heath and Highgate 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 Small Heath and Highgate with other areas?
You can compare Small Heath and Highgate 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.