Is Baird Safe?
Crime statistics for Baird. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 647 total crimes recorded in Baird
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Baird — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Baird
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Baird by safety score
Compare Baird With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baird safe?
Baird has a CrimeRadar safety score of 20/100, rated High Crime. A total of 647 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 10.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Baird are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Baird in the last 12 months?
647 crimes were recorded in Baird in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 10.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (587 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 292 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Baird?
The most common crime in Baird is Violent Crime, with 292 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.1% 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 Baird increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Baird is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 10.2% — from 587 crimes in the previous 12 months to 647 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Baird?
Baird has a safety score of 20 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 Baird compare to the Sussex Police average?
Baird has a safety score of 20/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Baird 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 Baird?
26.9% of crimes recorded in Baird 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 Sussex 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 Baird?
292 violent crimes were recorded in Baird in the last 12 months — representing 45.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 113 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 Baird last updated?
The crime data for Baird was last updated in December 2025. 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 Baird with other areas?
You can compare Baird 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.