UK UK Crime Crisis: Over 80% of Cases Unsolved

[CharlieH]

 

 

 

A Daily Mail investigation has revealed a shocking fact: over 80% of crimes went unsolved in the UK last year. Despite police opening 3.9 million cases, a staggering 3.3 million were closed without identifying suspects or proceeding with prosecutions.

 

Alarming data shows sex offenders and thieves among those evading justice, highlighting the dire state of crime resolution. The Daily Mail has created a postcode search tool, allowing readers to see how many crimes in their area resulted in action, whether arrests, fines, or educational courses.

In nearly 900 out of 34,000 Local Super Output Areas (LSOAs) in England and Wales, not a single crime was solved in the year ending May 2025. Chalk Farm and Primrose Hill topped the list with all 150 of their reported crimes unsolved. Meanwhile, Bromley Common and Holwood and Marshalswick West in St Albans followed closely behind.

 

 

 

 

 

On a brighter note, 14 LSOAs achieved a 100% solve rate, though all had minimal crime reports. When reviewing outcomes across 44 police forces, Avon and Somerset Constabulary stood out, solving over a quarter of reported crimes. However, the Met Police ranked lowest, resolving only 8% of 727,313 cases.

Experts explain that insufficient evidence and the need for cooperation with the Crown Prosecution Service are major hurdles for police. Crimes like theft and vehicle crime topped the list of unresolved cases, with unsolved rates surpassing 90%.

 

The findings underscore the systemic strain on policing. His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary noted that officer workloads have increased by a third since 2015, while crime rates rose by 44% over the past decade. Despite a rise in police numbers, it hasn't matched population growth.

Brian Booth of the Police Federation emphasized the immense pressure on officers facing daily risks without adequate support. Ex-Met officer Chris Hobbs echoed this, pointing to low morale and administrative burdens preventing arrests.

 

Recent budget cuts have exacerbated the issue. The Met announced plans to reduce front desk services to address a £260 million shortfall, breaking previous commitments for 24-hour counter access across the city.

 

Labour's Keir Starmer pledged to revitalize neighborhood policing with a "named, contactable" officer in every area. The proposal aligns with campaign promises to increase police presence and crime prevention efforts.

 

This investigation starkly highlights the pressing need for investment and reform in policing to improve crime resolution and community safety.

 

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Daily Mail 2025-08-11

 

[Will B Good]

 

 

 

How can possession of weapons go unsolved?

 

You either have a weapon on you or you don't?

 

 

 

[The Cyclist]

2 hours ago, CharlieH said:

A Daily Mail investigation has revealed a shocking fact: over 80% of crimes went unsolved in the UK last year.

 

And about 50% is not even reported.

 

Has been going on for decades. Have a crime number and shut up.

[JonnyF]

How can they be solved when the police do not investigate? 

 

Too busy scrolling X for "hate" i.e. people disagreeing with left wing policies.