Crime Rate in Dalton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dalton South

The total recorded crimes in Dalton South, Barrow-in-Furness, UK in February 2025 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dalton South crime rate of 6.29 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Dalton South, encompassing approximately 4,290 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Other crime: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Dalton South Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Miller Close with total crimes: 3
  • Victoria Street with total crimes: 3
  • Lord Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Dalton South?

To understand the safety of Dalton South, we need to analyze Dalton South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Barrow-in-Furness:

    • In 2024, Dalton South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Barrow-in-Furness average, with 288 crimes compared to 1106.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dalton South recorded fewer crimes than 5 out of 6 other cities.

    • In 2023, Dalton South had fewer crimes than the Barrow-in-Furness average, with 208 crimes compared to 880. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dalton South recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 6 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Barrow-in-Furness, Dalton South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Dalton South Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Dalton South has recorded 27 crimes with crime rate of 6.29 ranking 6th out of 6 in the Barrow-in-Furness, UK

In 2024, the total Dalton South crimes were 288. The crime rate of Dalton South in 2024 was 67.13 (year) or 5.59 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Barrow-in-Furness.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dalton South were around 208 crimes with yearly crime rate of 48.48 (year) or 4.04 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Barrow-in-Furness.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barrow-in-Furness)CrimesRank (Barrow-in-Furness)CrimesRank (Barrow-in-Furness)
Old Barrow and Hindpool283 13,669 13,006 1
Ormsgill and Parkside69 21,169 2831 2
Risedale and Roosecote55 41,028 3731 3
Hawcoat and Newbarns55 3696 4549 5
Walney Island41 5617 5589 4
Dalton North17 7277 7247 6

Dalton South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 138 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202513
January 20256
December 202420
November 202413
October 202417
September 20248
August 202416
July 20248
June 202426
May 202411

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20243
October 20244
August 20246
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20248

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
August 20246
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Dalton South in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dalton South postcode area is presented below.

1. Miller Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
2. Victoria Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
3. Lord Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
4. Queen Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
5. Dunlin Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Newton Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Napier Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Ainslie Street (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Crooklands Terrace (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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