Is Shirley and Freemantle Safe?
Crime statistics for Shirley and Freemantle. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 5,046 total crimes recorded in Shirley and Freemantle
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Shirley and Freemantle — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shirley and Freemantle safe?
Shirley and Freemantle has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 5,046 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 6.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Shirley and Freemantle are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Shirley and Freemantle in the last 12 months?
5,046 crimes were recorded in Shirley and Freemantle 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 6.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (4,730 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 2,077 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Shirley and Freemantle?
The most common crime in Shirley and Freemantle is Violent Crime, with 2,077 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.2% 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 Shirley and Freemantle increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Shirley and Freemantle is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 6.7% — from 4,730 crimes in the previous 12 months to 5,046 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 Shirley and Freemantle?
Shirley and Freemantle 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 Shirley and Freemantle compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Shirley and Freemantle has a safety score of 7/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Shirley and Freemantle 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 Shirley and Freemantle?
29.1% of crimes recorded in Shirley and Freemantle 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 Hampshire Constabulary. 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 Shirley and Freemantle?
2,077 violent crimes were recorded in Shirley and Freemantle in the last 12 months — representing 41.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 450 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 Shirley and Freemantle last updated?
The crime data for Shirley and Freemantle was last updated in March 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 Shirley and Freemantle with other areas?
You can compare Shirley and Freemantle 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.