Is Carleton Safe?
Crime statistics for Carleton. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 361 total crimes recorded in Carleton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Carleton — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carleton safe?
Carleton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 49/100, rated Average. A total of 361 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 99.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Carleton are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Carleton in the last 12 months?
361 crimes were recorded in Carleton 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 99.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (181 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 125 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Carleton?
The most common crime in Carleton is Violent Crime, with 125 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.6% 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 Carleton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Carleton is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 99.5% — from 181 crimes in the previous 12 months to 361 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 Carleton?
Carleton has a safety score of 49 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 Carleton compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Carleton has a safety score of 49/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Carleton 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 Carleton?
25% of crimes recorded in Carleton 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 Carleton?
125 violent crimes were recorded in Carleton in the last 12 months — representing 34.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 64 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 Carleton last updated?
The crime data for Carleton 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 Carleton with other areas?
You can compare Carleton 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.