Is Hurst Green & Whitewell Safe?
Crime statistics for Hurst Green & Whitewell. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 44 total crimes recorded in Hurst Green & Whitewell
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hurst Green & Whitewell — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hurst Green & Whitewell safe?
Hurst Green & Whitewell has a CrimeRadar safety score of 95/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 44 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 10.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Hurst Green & Whitewell is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Hurst Green & Whitewell in the last 12 months?
44 crimes were recorded in Hurst Green & Whitewell 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 10.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (49 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 14 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Hurst Green & Whitewell?
The most common crime in Hurst Green & Whitewell is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 14 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 31.8% 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hurst Green & Whitewell is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10.2% — from 49 crimes in the previous 12 months to 44 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Hurst Green & Whitewell?
Hurst Green & Whitewell has a safety score of 95 out of 100 (Very Safe). 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Hurst Green & Whitewell has a safety score of 95/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 39/100. Hurst Green & Whitewell 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell?
25% of crimes recorded in Hurst Green & Whitewell 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell?
13 violent crimes were recorded in Hurst Green & Whitewell in the last 12 months — representing 29.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 14 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell last updated?
The crime data for Hurst Green & Whitewell 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell with other areas?
You can compare Hurst Green & Whitewell 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.