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 March 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blackburn South & Lower Darwen crime rate of 5.89 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-10.53% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Blackburn South & Lower Darwen Crime Hotspots

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

  • M65 with total crimes: 8
  • B6231 with total crimes: 5
  • Pickering Fold 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 5.89 ranking 12th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blackburn with Darwen)CrimesRank (Blackburn with Darwen)CrimesRank (Blackburn with Darwen)
Blackburn Central360 13,758 13,546 1
Audley & Queen's Park150 21,864 21,696 2
Darwen East142 31,679 31,587 3
Ewood110 51,623 41,481 4
Shear Brow & Corporation Park115 41,435 51,278 6
Darwen West107 61,292 71,283 5
Mill Hill & Moorgate103 71,328 61,102 9
Little Harwood & Whitebirk84 101,141 91,211 7
Blackburn South East93 91,263 81,208 8
Wensley Fold96 81,040 10923 10
Roe Lee69 11850 11787 11
Bastwell & Daisyfield53 14674 13652 13
Darwen South54 13660 14584 14
Livesey with Pleasington45 15593 15515 15
Billinge & Beardwood31 17436 16457 16
West Pennine34 16435 17300 17

Blackburn South & Lower Darwen Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 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 June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 249 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202519
January 202517
December 202420
November 202427
October 202423
September 202426
August 202411
July 202419
June 202440
May 202414
April 202416

A total of 285 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202520
January 202538
December 202412
November 202429
October 202421
September 202420
August 202418
July 202420
June 202450
May 202414
April 202415

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20257
January 20252
December 20245
November 20244
October 20245
September 20249
August 20242
July 20243
June 202412
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20258
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
July 20244
June 202412
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 6 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
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
July 20247
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 202410
August 20242
July 20245
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 48 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 202412
September 20244
August 20245
July 20246
June 20248
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 202412
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241
June 202410
May 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 March 2025

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

1. M65 (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
2. B6231 (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
3. Pickering Fold (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Levens Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Ravenglass Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery1
7. Carnforth Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
8. Lord'S Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
9. Flimby Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Beechwood Gardens (Map)
Total2
Burglary2

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