Crime Rate in Westhoughton North and Chew Moor: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westhoughton North and Chew Moor

The total recorded crimes in Westhoughton North and Chew Moor, Bolton, UK in December 2024 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westhoughton North and Chew Moor crime rate of 0.06 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 Westhoughton North and Chew Moor, encompassing approximately 17,875 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Dec were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Westhoughton North and Chew Moor Crime Hotspots

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

  • Alma Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Westhoughton North and Chew Moor?

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

  • Relative to Bolton:

    • In 2024, Westhoughton North and Chew Moor reported a higher crime volume than the Bolton average, with 12 crimes compared to 7. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Westhoughton North and Chew Moor witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Westhoughton North and Chew Moor experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bolton average, with 11 crimes compared to 8. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Westhoughton North and Chew Moor witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bolton, Westhoughton North and Chew Moor has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Westhoughton North and Chew Moor Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Westhoughton North and Chew Moor crimes were 12. The crime rate of Westhoughton North and Chew Moor in 2024 was 0.67 (year) or 0.06 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Bolton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westhoughton North and Chew Moor were around 11 crimes with yearly crime rate of 0.62 (year) or 0.05 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Bolton.

AreaDecember 202420242023
CrimesRank (Bolton)CrimesRank (Bolton)CrimesRank (Bolton)
Great LeverNA NA43 151 1
Horwich and BlackrodNA NA14 231 2
Tonge with the HaulghNA NA7 511 4
Bromley CrossNA NA11 410 5
FarnworthNA NA3 87 6
Heaton and LostockNA NA6 66 9
HalliwellNA NA2 117 7
Horwich North EastNA NA6 77 8
KearsleyNA NA3 91 15
Harper GreenNA NA1 185 10
RumworthNA NA2 101 14
CromptonNA NA1 172 11
SmithillsNA NANA NA1 12
Astley BridgeNA NA2 121 19
Westhoughton SouthNA NA2 141 13
HultonNA NA2 131 16
Little Lever and Darcy LeverNA NA1 15NA NA
BreightmetNA NA1 161 17
BradshawNA NANA NA1 18

Westhoughton North and Chew Moor Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In November 2024, Criminal damage and arson recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In October 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

In August 2024, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

In April 2024, Other crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 2 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

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November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Other theft incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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October 20242

A total of 2 Public order incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

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October 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Other crime incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

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April 20241

High Crime Locations Westhoughton North and Chew Moor in December 2024

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Westhoughton North and Chew Moor postcode area is presented below.

1. Alma Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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