Is Harnham Safe?
Crime statistics for Harnham. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 687 total crimes recorded in Harnham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Harnham — last 24 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Harnham
Safest Areas Near Harnham
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Harnham by safety score
Compare Harnham With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harnham safe?
Harnham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 50/100, rated Average. A total of 367 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 14.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Harnham are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Harnham in the last 12 months?
367 crimes were recorded in Harnham 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 14.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (320 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 241 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Harnham?
The most common crime in Harnham is Violent Crime, with 241 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 65.7% 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 Harnham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Harnham is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 14.7% — from 320 crimes in the previous 12 months to 367 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 Harnham?
Harnham has a safety score of 50 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 Harnham compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Harnham has a safety score of 50/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Harnham 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 Harnham?
44% of crimes recorded in Harnham 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 Wiltshire 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 Harnham?
241 violent crimes were recorded in Harnham in the last 12 months — representing 65.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 143 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 Harnham last updated?
The crime data for Harnham 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 Harnham with other areas?
You can compare Harnham 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.