Crime in Harlescott: statistics, rates and trends
503 crimes were recorded in Harlescott in the 12 months to July 2026, 133.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Harlescott at a glance
- Crime trends in Harlescott
- Types of crime in Harlescott
- Harlescott compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Harlescott
- What happened after crimes were reported in Harlescott
- Population and deprivation in Harlescott
- Questions about crime in Harlescott
- About this data
503 crimes were recorded in Harlescott in the 12 months to July 2026, 133.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 205 reports (41% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Harlescott has the 618th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Harlescott | Shropshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 503 | 19,279 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 133.2 | 58.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 3,775 | 332,455 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Harlescott was highest in the year to July 2019 (796 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (503). Over the whole period it fell 34%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 503 | 133.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 512 | 135.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 618 | 163.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 629 | 166.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 522 | 138.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 667 | 176.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 726 | 192.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 796 | 210.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 763 | 202.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 47 |
| June 2026 | 36 |
| May 2026 | 29 |
| April 2026 | 31 |
| March 2026 | 49 |
| February 2026 | 32 |
| January 2026 | 40 |
| December 2025 | 50 |
| November 2025 | 51 |
| October 2025 | 47 |
| September 2025 | 45 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Harlescott over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson. The largest falls were in shoplifting (-27%) and drugs (-25%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 205 | 54.3 | 1.59 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 78 | 20.7 | 1.35 | -10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 63 | 16.7 | 2.46 | +5% |
| Shoplifting | 40 | 10.6 | 1.28 | -27% |
| Other theft | 22 | 5.8 | 0.91 | -12% |
| Public order | 21 | 5.6 | 0.84 | -5% |
| Burglary | 20 | 5.3 | 1.50 | +0% |
| Drugs | 18 | 4.8 | 1.46 | -25% |
| Other crime | 15 | 4.0 | 1.88 | +50% |
| Vehicle crime | 11 | 2.9 | 0.59 | +22% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 1.9 | 1.91 | +40% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.5 | 0.39 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 0.32 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Harlescott
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Harlescott recorded 205 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (54.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 40.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Harlescott
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Harlescott recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 15.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Harlescott
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Harlescott recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 12.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Harlescott
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Harlescott recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Harlescott
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Harlescott recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Harlescott
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Harlescott recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Harlescott
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Harlescott recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Harlescott
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Harlescott recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Harlescott
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Harlescott recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Harlescott
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Harlescott recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Harlescott
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Harlescott recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Harlescott
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Harlescott recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Harlescott
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Harlescott recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Harlescott, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Harlescott.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Harlescott |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagley | 266 | 57.5 | -57% |
| Sundorne & Old Heath | 417 | 78.0 | -41% |
| Battlefield | 425 | 77.4 | -42% |
| Tern | 276 | 51.0 | -62% |
| Castlefields & Ditherington | 453 | 80.1 | -40% |
| Underdale | 258 | 57.3 | -57% |
| Quarry & Coton Hill | 1,578 | 340.5 | +156% |
| Monkmoor | 385 | 92.8 | -30% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Harlescott over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Aynesworth Green | 96 |
| On or near Mortimar | 40 |
| On or near Grosvenor Green | 32 |
| On or near Prestbury Green | 29 |
| On or near York Road | 27 |
| On or near Worcester Road | 25 |
| On or near Bainbridge Green | 24 |
| On or near Rutland | 19 |
| On or near Dutton Green | 16 |
| On or near Beaufort Green | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Harlescott over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 193 | 38.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 87 | 17.3% |
| Not recorded | 78 | 15.5% |
| Under investigation | 64 | 12.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 29 | 5.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 4.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 12 | 2.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 1.2% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Harlescott has an estimated population of 3,775. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Harlescott sits in decile 2.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Harlescott |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 25.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 43.6% |
| Social rented homes | 44.2% |
| Private rented homes | 12.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.5 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 50.9% |
Is Harlescott a safe place to live?
Harlescott recorded 133.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Harlescott?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 205 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (78).
Is crime in Harlescott going up or down?
Recorded crime in Harlescott was down 2% on the year before: 503 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 512 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Harlescott?
Harlescott is policed by West Mercia. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Harlescott. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.