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Safety scores are calculated using official crime data from data.police.uk. Scores range from 0-100, where 100 is the safest. The score considers total crime volume, crime types, and population density.

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Crouch End vs Muswell Hill

Q: Is Crouch End or Muswell Hill safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Muswell Hill and Crouch End have been compared using official police statistics. Check the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates.

London crime comparison • July 2026

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Muswell Hill

Score 20/100

Crouch End

Safety Score

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Crouch End and Muswell Hill, Muswell Hill is safer than Crouch End. Crouch End has a safety score of 10/100, which is considered high risk for London. Muswell Hill scores 20/100, rated as below average.

The 10-point difference indicates Muswell Hill has noticeably lower crime rates. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Crouch End or Muswell Hill?

Muswell Hill is safer with a score of 20/100 compared to Crouch End's 10/100.

Is Crouch End a safe place to live?

Crouch End has a safety score of 10/100, which is high risk compared to other London neighbourhoods. Extra caution is advised in this area.

How are these safety scores calculated?

Safety scores are based on official crime data from the Metropolitan Police. Each neighbourhood is ranked against all other UK neighbourhoods, with 100 being the safest and 0 the least safe. Scores account for violent crime, property crime, and anti-social behaviour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crouch End or Muswell Hill safer?

Compare the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates based on official July 2026 data from data.police.uk.

How are safety scores calculated?

Scores range from 0-100 (100 = safest) and consider total crime volume, crime types, and area demographics using official UK police data.

How often is the data updated?

Crime data is updated monthly from the UK Police API. Our latest data covers July 2026.

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