Gooshays vs Harold Wood
London crime comparison • January 2026
🏆 Safer Neighbourhood
Harold Wood
Score 49/100
Comparison Summary
When comparing Gooshays and Harold Wood, Harold Wood is safer than Gooshays. Gooshays has a safety score of 39/100, which is considered below average for London. Harold Wood scores 49/100, rated as average.
The 10-point difference indicates Harold Wood has noticeably lower crime rates. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from January 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is safer, Gooshays or Harold Wood?
Harold Wood is safer with a score of 49/100 compared to Gooshays's 39/100.
Is Gooshays a safe place to live?
Gooshays has a safety score of 39/100, which is below average 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.