Is Burton Urban Safe?
Crime statistics for Burton Urban. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 5,281 total crimes recorded in Burton Urban
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Burton Urban — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burton Urban safe?
Burton Urban has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. 2,663 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Burton Urban has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Burton Urban in the last 12 months?
2,663 crimes were recorded in Burton Urban in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 1.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,618 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Burton Urban?
The most common crime in Burton Urban is Violent Crime, with 2,424 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 91% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Burton Urban increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Burton Urban is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for Burton Urban?
Burton Urban has a safety score of 7 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Burton Urban compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Burton Urban has a safety score of 7/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Burton Urban 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 Burton Urban?
37.2% of crimes in Burton Urban 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 Burton Urban?
2,424 violent crimes were recorded in Burton Urban in the last 12 months, representing 91% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 588 incidents.
When was the crime data for Burton Urban last updated?
The crime data for Burton Urban 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 Burton Urban with other areas?
You can compare Burton Urban 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.