Is Branston Safe?
Crime statistics for Branston. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 563 total crimes recorded in Branston
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Branston — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Branston safe?
Branston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 34/100, rated Below Average. A total of 563 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 15.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Branston are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Branston in the last 12 months?
563 crimes were recorded in Branston 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 15.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (663 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 247 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Branston?
The most common crime in Branston is Violent Crime, with 247 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.9% 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 Branston increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Branston is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.1% — from 663 crimes in the previous 12 months to 563 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Branston?
Branston has a safety score of 34 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 Branston compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Branston has a safety score of 34/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Branston 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 Branston?
21.1% of crimes recorded in Branston 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 Staffordshire Police. 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 Branston?
247 violent crimes were recorded in Branston in the last 12 months — representing 43.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 70 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 Branston last updated?
The crime data for Branston 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 Branston with other areas?
You can compare Branston 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.