At Online Marketing Surgery, we are always looking for insights that spark conversation. Our latest report, created in partnership with West Midlands Garage Doors, does exactly that. We have analysed crime data from across Britain to reveal the places with the highest and lowest crime rates based on crimes per 1,000 people.
Using official figures from CrimeRate, the findings highlight the stark differences in safety across neighbourhoods in the UK. From bustling city suburbs to quiet market towns, some of the results might surprise you.
Key findings
- Broughton in Buckinghamshire has the highest crime rate in Britain with 379.7 crimes per 1,000 people
- Middlewich in Cheshire is the safest area with just 0.25 crimes per 1,000 people
- Leeds recorded the highest total number of crimes with 90,610 in a 12-month period.
Top 10 areas with the highest crime rates in Britain
Top 10 areas with the lowest crime rates in Britain
How we did it
We used crime data from CrimeRate, looking at reports over a 12-month period ending in September 2024. Areas were ranked based on the number of crimes committed per 1,000 people.
This research provides a snapshot of how crime is spread across Britain. Whether you are considering moving, investing or simply curious, the results offer an insight into which areas are seeing the most and least reported crime.