Harold Wood vs Squirrels Heath
London crime comparison • January 2026
🏆 Safer Neighbourhood
Harold Wood
Score 49/100
Comparison Summary
When comparing Harold Wood and Squirrels Heath, Harold Wood is safer than Squirrels Heath. Harold Wood has a safety score of 49/100, which is considered average for London. Squirrels Heath scores 34/100, rated as below average.
The 15-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, Harold Wood or Squirrels Heath?
Harold Wood is safer with a score of 49/100 compared to Squirrels Heath's 34/100.
Is Harold Wood a safe place to live?
Harold Wood has a safety score of 49/100, which is average compared to other London neighbourhoods.
It has average crime levels for the 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.