Crime and Policing Research Centre

Welcome to the Crime and Policing Research Centre (CPRC)

School of Human and Health Sciences, University of Huddersfield

The Crime and Policing Research Centre (CPRC) is a leading hub for innovative research, consultancy, teaching, and training in crime, policing, and criminal justice. Established in the early 1990s, the Centre has built a strong reputation for delivering impactful, high-quality work that informs policy and practice. 

At the heart of our mission is problem-solving. We are committed to producing research that is not only academically rigorous but also practically relevant—supporting police forces, practitioners, and policymakers in addressing real-world challenges in crime and justice.

About the Centre

The CPRC and its research aim to support police forces, criminal justice agencies, and policymakers in tackling real-world challenges. 

Impact

Our mission is to create impact for police forces, practitioners and community partners by helping to solve the crime-related problems.

Our Staff

Get to know our team of Crime and Policing Researchers working as part of the CPRC.

Projects

Explore our current and recently completed projects with the CPRC.

Our Networks

The CPRC has established strong working relationships with a host of external organisations.

Contact us

Find contact information for members of the CPRC.