Crime Rate in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen

The total recorded crimes in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, UK in July 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blackburn South & Lower Darwen crime rate of 6.95 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 Blackburn South & Lower Darwen, encompassing approximately 11,374 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (-4.55% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
Blackburn South & Lower Darwen Crime Hotspots

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

  • Finsbury Place with total crimes: 7
  • Store Street with total crimes: 5
  • Levens Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Blackburn South & Lower Darwen?

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

  • Relative to Blackburn with Darwen:

    • In 2024, Blackburn South & Lower Darwen demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Blackburn with Darwen average, with 823 crimes compared to 1229.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blackburn South & Lower Darwen recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the Blackburn with Darwen.

    • In 2023, Blackburn South & Lower Darwen had fewer crimes than the Blackburn with Darwen average, with 733 crimes compared to 1,138. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blackburn South & Lower Darwen recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 16 other areas in the Blackburn with Darwen.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Blackburn with Darwen, Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blackburn South & Lower Darwen Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 6.95 ranking 11th out of 16 in the Blackburn with Darwen, UK

In 2024, the total Blackburn South & Lower Darwen crimes were 823. The crime rate of Blackburn South & Lower Darwen in 2024 was 72.35 (year) or 6.03 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Blackburn with Darwen.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen were around 733 crimes with yearly crime rate of 64.44 (year) or 5.37 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Blackburn with Darwen.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blackburn South & Lower Darwen)CrimesRank (Blackburn South & Lower Darwen)CrimesRank (Blackburn South & Lower Darwen)
Blackburn Central341 13,758 13,546 1
Audley & Queen's Park152 21,864 21,696 2
Darwen East151 31,679 31,587 3
Ewood113 61,623 41,481 4
Shear Brow & Corporation Park119 41,435 51,278 6
Darwen West101 81,292 71,283 5
Mill Hill & Moorgate119 51,328 61,102 9
Little Harwood & Whitebirk111 71,141 91,211 7
Blackburn South East94 101,263 81,208 8
Wensley Fold97 91,040 10923 10
Roe Lee67 12850 11787 11
Bastwell & Daisyfield50 14674 13652 13
Livesey with Pleasington55 13593 15515 15
Darwen South40 16660 14584 14
West Pennine43 15435 17300 17
Billinge & Beardwood37 17436 16457 16

Blackburn South & Lower Darwen Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (22 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 202410
August 20242

A total of 268 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202518
May 202526
April 202514
March 202528
February 202520
January 202538
December 202412
November 202429
October 202421
September 202420
August 202418

A total of 265 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202522
May 202528
April 202534
March 202517
February 202519
January 202517
December 202420
November 202427
October 202423
September 202426
August 202411

A total of 55 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20254
April 20255
March 20253
February 20257
January 20252
December 20245
November 20244
October 20245
September 20249
August 20242

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245

A total of 58 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20255
May 20257
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 202412
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 42 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20258
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Blackburn South & Lower Darwen in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Blackburn South & Lower Darwen postcode area is presented below.

1. Finsbury Place (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Store Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
3. Levens Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Campbell Close (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime4
5. Ravenglass Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Fosse Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Greenfields (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Flimby Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
10. Ulverston Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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