Is St Helens Safe?
Crime statistics for St Helens. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 377 total crimes recorded in St Helens
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for St Helens — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Helens safe?
St Helens has a CrimeRadar safety score of 69/100, rated Safe. 199 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. St Helens is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in St Helens in the last 12 months?
199 crimes were recorded in St Helens in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 11.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (178 crimes).
What is the most common crime in St Helens?
The most common crime in St Helens is Violent Crime, with 131 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 65.8% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in St Helens increasing or decreasing?
Crime in St Helens is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 11.8% 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 St Helens?
St Helens has a safety score of 69 out of 100 (Safe). 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 St Helens compare to the Sussex Police average?
St Helens has a safety score of 69/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. St Helens 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 St Helens?
47.5% of crimes in St Helens 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 St Helens?
131 violent crimes were recorded in St Helens in the last 12 months, representing 65.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 87 incidents.
When was the crime data for St Helens last updated?
The crime data for St Helens was last updated in December 2025. 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 St Helens with other areas?
You can compare St Helens 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.