Is Shotton Higher Safe?
Crime statistics for Shotton Higher. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 1,064 total crimes recorded in Shotton Higher
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Shotton Higher — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shotton Higher safe?
Shotton Higher has a CrimeRadar safety score of 38/100, rated Below Average. 527 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Shotton Higher has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Shotton Higher in the last 12 months?
527 crimes were recorded in Shotton Higher in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 1.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (537 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Shotton Higher?
The most common crime in Shotton Higher is Violent Crime, with 378 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 71.7% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Shotton Higher increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Shotton Higher is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 1.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Shotton Higher?
Shotton Higher has a safety score of 38 out of 100 (Below 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 Shotton Higher compare to the North Wales Police average?
Shotton Higher has a safety score of 38/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Shotton Higher 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 Shotton Higher?
47.2% of crimes in Shotton Higher resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Shotton Higher?
378 violent crimes were recorded in Shotton Higher in the last 12 months, representing 71.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 163 incidents.
When was the crime data for Shotton Higher last updated?
The crime data for Shotton Higher was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Shotton Higher with other areas?
You can compare Shotton Higher with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.