Is Bispham Safe?
Crime statistics for Bispham. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 690 total crimes recorded in Bispham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bispham — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bispham safe?
Bispham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 16/100, rated High Crime. A total of 690 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 49.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Bispham are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Bispham in the last 12 months?
690 crimes were recorded in Bispham 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 49.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (461 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 277 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bispham?
The most common crime in Bispham is Violent Crime, with 277 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.1% 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 Bispham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bispham is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 49.7% — from 461 crimes in the previous 12 months to 690 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 Bispham?
Bispham has a safety score of 16 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 Bispham compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Bispham has a safety score of 16/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Bispham 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 Bispham?
20.1% of crimes recorded in Bispham 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 Lancashire 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 Bispham?
277 violent crimes were recorded in Bispham in the last 12 months — representing 40.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 166 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 Bispham last updated?
The crime data for Bispham 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 Bispham with other areas?
You can compare Bispham 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.