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Welcome to the Sentencing Academy

The Sentencing Academy is a research and engagement organisation dedicated to developing understanding of sentencing in England and Wales and informing public debate. 

We promote an
evidence-based
approach to sentencing

The Sentencing Academy encourages effective sentencing practices that:

  • Reduce re-offending
  • Provide justice to victims
  • Promote public confidence
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We collate original research and research reviews on effective sentencing

You can now find our research on the newly launched Sentencing Hub. The Hub is home to a range of resources including:

Offence Snapshots

Sentencing data and trends relating to different offence types

Effectiveness Bulletins

Addressing specific and answerable questions relating to sentencing policy or practice

Research & Policy Papers

Long-form research papers on matters related to sentencing

Public Perceptions

Research into public knowledge and opinions of sentencing

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Did you know?

1,183,999

people were sentenced in England and Wales in 2025. info

Of those,

911,470

received a fine (77%). info

87,553

people (7%) were sentenced to immediate custody. info