Crime Statistics

Mossley Crime Rate

-85.7%year-over-year

Crime is decreasing and LOW in Mossley

Mossley boasts a low crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000 and a 100/100 safety score, with crime significantly decreasing.

Overall Crime Rate

0.2
Crimes per 1,000 people
decreasing trend

Property Crime Rate

0.2
Property crimes per 1,000 people
Includes burglary, theft, vandalism

How Mossley Compares to UK Average

Overall Crime:0.2vs 93.4 UK avg
-93.2 per 1,000 people
Property Crime:0.2vs 33.2 UK avg
-33.0 per 1,000 people

Mossley's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average

Based on population of 5,413 over 12 months

Crime Statistics Summary for Mossley

Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.

Crime rates per 1,000 people in Mossley
Overall Crime Rate0.2 per 1,000 people
Property Crime Rate0.2 per 1,000 people
UK Average Crime Rate93.4 per 1,000 people
UK Average Property Crime Rate33.2 per 1,000 people
Safety Score100 out of 100
Population5,413
Trenddecreasing
Comparisonsignificantly lower than UK average
Crime Breakdown by Type in Mossley
Crime TypeTotal CountPer 1,000 PeoplePercentage of Total
Criminal damage and arson10.2100%

Introduction to Crime Statistics in Mossley

Mossley, an urban settlement within Tameside, reports an exceptionally low overall crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000 people per year, significantly safer than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. This is reflected in an outstanding safety score of 100 out of 100, which is well above the UK average of 78. Furthermore, Mossley has experienced a remarkable positive trend, with crime decreasing by 85.7% year-over-year. These figures provide a reassuring picture of a very secure and improving community.

Mossley Safety Score

100
Very Safe
Safety Score out of 100

Mossley has a good safety score compared to the UK average (78).

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Most Common Crimes in Mossley

#1

Criminal damage and arson

Percentage:100%
Per 1,000:0.2
Total:1

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Crime Type Analysis in Mossley

An analysis of crime types in Mossley reveals that 'Criminal damage and arson' is the sole reported category, accounting for 100.0% of all incidents with 1 crime (0.2 per 1,000 residents). This indicates a very focused and exceptionally low volume of crime within the area, with no other crime types explicitly listed in the breakdown.

Property-related crime in Mossley, which includes criminal damage and arson, stands at a low rate of 0.2 per 1,000 people. With only 1 recorded incident of criminal damage and arson, the risk to residents' property is exceptionally minimal. This low figure reinforces the overall safety profile of the area for homeowners and individuals, suggesting that proactive measures, while always prudent, are in place to address a very low baseline of property-related offences.

Crime Types Breakdown

Criminal damage and arson
1 incidents (0.2 per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trend

0% stable(over 1 months)
Mossley
UK Average

Compare Mossley with similar populations

Mossley has a 99.8% lower crime rate than the UK average.

Crime Trends in Mossley

Mossley has shown a remarkable positive trend in its crime figures, with a significant year-over-year decrease of 85.7%. This substantial reduction indicates a considerable improvement in the area's safety profile, making it an even more secure place to live. The monthly trend data further supports this positive development, with the crime rate per 1,000 residents registering 0.2 in January 2025 as the only recorded incident in the provided data. This exceptionally low and decreasing trend underscores the effectiveness of safety measures and contributes to a highly secure environment for residents.

When Do Crimes Happen in Mossley?

Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.

Simulated Data

This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Mossley's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.

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What Types of Crime Happen When in Mossley?

Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.

Based on Crime-Type Weighted Model

Morning

6am - 12pm

Other100%
Burglary0%
Violence0%
Theft0%
Vehicle Crime0%

Morning periods in Mossley show 'Other crime' (criminal damage and arson) as the only reported criminal activity.

Afternoon

12pm - 6pm

Other100%
Burglary0%
Violence0%
Theft0%
Vehicle Crime0%

Afternoon hours in Mossley consistently feature 'Other crime' (criminal damage and arson) as the sole reported category.

Evening

6pm - 12am

Other100%
Burglary0%
Violence0%
Theft0%
Vehicle Crime0%

Evening crime patterns in Mossley are exclusively dominated by 'Other crime' (criminal damage and arson) incidents.

Night

12am - 6am

Other100%
Burglary0%
Violence0%
Theft0%
Vehicle Crime0%

Night-time in Mossley is characterised solely by the occurrence of 'Other crime' (criminal damage and arson) incidents.

Simulated Data - Crime-Type Weighted Model

These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Mossley's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Mossley, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.

Time Patterns of Crime in Mossley

Crime patterns in Mossley consistently show 'Other crime' as the only reported category across all time periods – morning (6am-12pm), afternoon (12pm-6pm), evening (6pm-12am), and night (12am-6am). Given that 'Criminal damage and arson' is the sole crime type listed in the overall breakdown, this suggests that these incidents are distributed evenly throughout the 24-hour cycle. This uniform distribution indicates that specific temporal vulnerabilities linked to particular hours are not a pronounced feature in Mossley. Residents can therefore maintain a general vigilance, rather than focusing on specific peak times for certain offences.

Crime Comparison with Nearby Areas

When comparing Mossley to its neighbouring urban settlements, its crime statistics offer valuable regional context. With an overall crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000 and an impressive safety score of 100/100, Mossley maintains an exceptionally strong safety profile. This positions it favourably alongside areas such as Lees, Uppermill, Stalybridge, and Dobcross. While detailed comparative data for each specific area is not provided, Mossley's consistently low figures suggest it stands out as a particularly safe community within the wider Tameside borough. This overview is beneficial for those seeking to understand local safety dynamics.

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Protecting Your Home in Mossley

Mossley benefits from an outstanding 100/100 safety score and a low property crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000, indicating a very secure environment. However, even in the safest areas, vigilance and proactive security measures are key to preventing opportunistic crime. Standard security solutions often only record incidents after they've occurred, providing evidence rather than prevention. For true peace of mind, consider a system designed to stop crime before it impacts your home.

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Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Mossley

4,392+
Areas Covered
19M+
Crime Records
100%
Official Sources

Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Mossley. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.ukCrime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National StatisticsPopulation statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home OfficeNationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI RequestsAdditional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
Our system covers 4,392+ areas across England and Wales, including major urban centers, towns, and administrative regions. Data for Greater Manchester is currently unavailable. We refresh statistics immediately when official sources publish updates (generally every 8 weeks) and maintain archives for historical analysis.

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Last updated: September 2025

New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months

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