Is Stafford Town Safe?
Crime statistics for Stafford Town. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 9,907 total crimes recorded in Stafford Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Stafford Town — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stafford Town safe?
Stafford Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 3,150 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Stafford Town has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Stafford Town in the last 12 months?
3,150 crimes were recorded in Stafford Town in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 2.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,223 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Stafford Town?
The most common crime in Stafford Town is Violent Crime, with 3,859 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 122.5% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Stafford Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Stafford Town is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 2.3% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Stafford Town?
Stafford Town has a safety score of 9 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 Stafford Town compare to the Staffordshire Police average?
Stafford Town has a safety score of 9/100, while the Staffordshire Police force area average is 22/100. Stafford Town 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 Stafford Town?
44.5% of crimes in Stafford Town 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 Stafford Town?
3,859 violent crimes were recorded in Stafford Town in the last 12 months, representing 122.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,305 incidents.
When was the crime data for Stafford Town last updated?
The crime data for Stafford Town 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 Stafford Town with other areas?
You can compare Stafford Town 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.