A closer look.
A clearer picture.
Explore monthly police crime data, street by street. Put local incidents in context with a map, a record and a view over time.
Official source: data.police.uk. Monthly records, approximate locations. Coverage varies by force and period.
Local detail.
The wider context.
A dot on a map is a starting point. Explore the records, understand the period and check the limits before drawing a conclusion.
Find your area
Search a place and explore street-level incidents on the interactive map.
Read the pattern
Browse area reports for incident totals, category breakdowns and available historical comparisons.
Know the source
Police.uk publishes monthly, anonymised records. Missing submissions and approximate locations matter.
Reported incidents do not measure your personal risk. Use this data alongside local knowledge, and compare areas only when their coverage and periods match.
Frequently asked questions
How the platform works and where the data comes from.
Still have a question?BigCrimeWatch is an interactive platform that maps crime incidents across the UK. Whether you're a homeowner, prospective buyer, or community member, our goal is to provide clear, accessible insights to help you make informed decisions about local safety.
We use monthly crime and anti-social behaviour records published by data.police.uk. Police forces supply the records, and the publisher anonymises locations. Force submissions and geographic coverage vary by month.
Police.uk releases data monthly, with a delay after the reporting period. Our import checks for new releases and publishes a replacement only after validation. Check the published dataset month and the map period before making comparisons.
Absolutely. Many users leverage our insights to assess neighbourhood safety when considering property investments. However, we recommend using our data as one of several tools; complement it with local research and professional advice for comprehensive decision-making.
Police.uk publishes the records and documents their limitations. Locations are approximate and some forces or periods may be missing. We show publication status separately from upstream availability; a missing record does not prove that no crime occurred.
Your input is important to us. If you notice any errors or have suggestions for improvement, please reach out through our Contact page. We're committed to continuously refining our platform and appreciate your help in maintaining data quality.