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Hatch Lane and Highams Park North vs Larkswood

Q: Is Hatch Lane and Highams Park North or Larkswood safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Larkswood and Hatch Lane and Highams Park North 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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Hatch Lane and Highams Park North

Score 33/100

Hatch Lane and Highams Park North

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Hatch Lane and Highams Park North and Larkswood, Hatch Lane and Highams Park North is safer than Larkswood. Hatch Lane and Highams Park North has a safety score of 33/100, which is considered below average for London. Larkswood scores 20/100, rated as below average.

The 13-point difference indicates Hatch Lane and Highams Park North has noticeably lower crime rates. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Hatch Lane and Highams Park North or Larkswood?

Hatch Lane and Highams Park North is safer with a score of 33/100 compared to Larkswood's 20/100.

Is Hatch Lane and Highams Park North a safe place to live?

Hatch Lane and Highams Park North has a safety score of 33/100, 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 Hatch Lane and Highams Park North 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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