How are crime safety scores calculated?

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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All crime data on CrimeSafe UK comes from the official UK Police API (data.police.uk), which is updated monthly by all 44 police forces in England and Wales.

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Hale End and Highams Park South vs Larkswood

Q: Is Hale End and Highams Park South or Larkswood safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Larkswood and Hale End and Highams Park South 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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Hale End and Highams Park South

Score 21/100

Hale End and Highams Park South

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Hale End and Highams Park South and Larkswood, Hale End and Highams Park South is safer than Larkswood. Hale End and Highams Park South has a safety score of 21/100, which is considered below average for London. Larkswood scores 20/100, rated as below average.

The 1-point difference suggests similar crime levels in both areas. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Hale End and Highams Park South or Larkswood?

Hale End and Highams Park South is safer with a score of 21/100 compared to Larkswood's 20/100.

Is Hale End and Highams Park South a safe place to live?

Hale End and Highams Park South has a safety score of 21/100, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hale End and Highams Park South or Larkswood 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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