Should I Move There? Check local crime patterns before you rent or buy

How It Works

1. Search your postcode: Enter a UK postcode to look up the surrounding area.
2. Review the data: See recorded crime levels, category breakdowns, and any recent movement in the data.
3. Put it in context: Compare what you see with nearby areas, local amenities, schools, and the feel of the streets around it.
4. Use it as one signal: This site is designed to support due diligence, not replace an in-person visit or local research.

Key Features

• Recorded crime data presented in a simpler, more readable format
• Practical area summaries written for movers, renters, and buyers
• Clearer explanation of what the numbers do and do not mean
• Methodology and source notes so users can judge the data properly

Data Sources & Trust

This site uses official public crime data sources and presents them in a simpler format for home movers, renters, and buyers. Crime data can be useful, but it is only one part of judging an area, so results should always be read alongside local visits and wider research.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often is data updated?

The site is designed to reflect published source updates rather than real-time events. Availability and completeness can vary by area and time period.

What crime categories are included?

Categories are based on the underlying source data and are grouped to make the results easier to scan.

How is the crime score calculated?

The score is a simplified relative summary of the recorded crime pattern shown on the page. It is not a direct measure of personal safety.

Is this data accurate?

The site uses official published data, but like any public crime dataset it has limits around geography, timing, and how incidents are classified.

Can I trust this tool?

It is best used as a starting point for research, not as a final verdict on whether an area is right for you.