Is New Longton & Hutton East Safe?
Crime statistics for New Longton & Hutton East. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 371 total crimes recorded in New Longton & Hutton East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for New Longton & Hutton East — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Longton & Hutton East safe?
New Longton & Hutton East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 71/100, rated Safe. A total of 371 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 7.5% compared to the previous year. New Longton & Hutton East is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in New Longton & Hutton East in the last 12 months?
371 crimes were recorded in New Longton & Hutton East 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 7.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (345 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 242 incidents.
What is the most common crime in New Longton & Hutton East?
The most common crime in New Longton & Hutton East is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 242 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 65.2% 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 New Longton & Hutton East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in New Longton & Hutton East is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 7.5% — from 345 crimes in the previous 12 months to 371 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 New Longton & Hutton East?
New Longton & Hutton East has a safety score of 71 out of 100 (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 New Longton & Hutton East compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
New Longton & Hutton East has a safety score of 71/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. New Longton & Hutton East 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 New Longton & Hutton East?
4.3% of crimes recorded in New Longton & Hutton East 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 New Longton & Hutton East?
76 violent crimes were recorded in New Longton & Hutton East in the last 12 months — representing 20.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 242 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 New Longton & Hutton East last updated?
The crime data for New Longton & Hutton East 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 New Longton & Hutton East with other areas?
You can compare New Longton & Hutton East 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.