Staffordshire Police

Is Lichfield District Safe?

Crime statistics for Lichfield District. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 483 crimes
33 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

483 Crimes (last 12 months)
33.3% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑24.8% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 483 total crimes recorded in Lichfield District

Violent Crime
217 44.9%
Vehicle Crime
58 12%
Anti-Social Behaviour
44 9.1%
Public Order
35 7.2%
Other Theft
35 7.2%
Burglary
33 6.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
21 4.3%
Other Crime
17 3.5%
Drugs
16 3.3%
Possession of Weapons
3 0.6%
Shoplifting
3 0.6%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.2%
Robbery
0 0%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Lichfield District — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lichfield District safe?

Lichfield District has a CrimeRadar safety score of 33/100, rated Below Average. 483 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Lichfield District has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Lichfield District in the last 12 months?

483 crimes were recorded in Lichfield District in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 24.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (387 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Lichfield District?

The most common crime in Lichfield District is Violent Crime, with 217 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 44.9% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Lichfield District increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Lichfield District is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 24.8% 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 Lichfield District?

Lichfield District has a safety score of 33 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 Lichfield District compare to the Staffordshire Police average?

Lichfield District has a safety score of 33/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District?

33.3% of crimes in Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District?

217 violent crimes were recorded in Lichfield District in the last 12 months, representing 44.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 44 incidents.

When was the crime data for Lichfield District last updated?

The crime data for Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District with other areas?

You can compare Lichfield District 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.