How to Interpret UK Crime Data
SafePostcode aggregates publicly available police-reported incidents. Monthly releases have a short lag and can be revised. Always compare multiple months and look at category mix (e.g., theft, burglary, ASB) rather than a single total. City centres with more visitors often report higher volumes relative to residential areas. Per‑capita rates are most useful for comparisons.
Use our city and postcode pages to review: 1) Trends (is crime rising or falling?), 2) Category breakdown (which offences drive changes?), and 3) Local context (compare a neighbourhood to its city and to the UK median).
Start with the Cities
Drill Down: Areas & Postcodes
After reviewing a city, dive deeper into areas and postcodes for a local snapshot of incidents by month and category. Use the search tool to jump straight to your location.