Crime Rate in Fylde: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fylde

The total recorded crimes in Fylde, UK in July 2025 are around 711 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fylde crime rate of 8.74 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 Fylde, encompassing approximately 81,375 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (269) incidents (41.58% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (232) incidents (12.08% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (52) incidents (1.96% increase)
Fylde Crime Hotspots

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

  • Don Street with total crimes: 19
  • Goyt Street with total crimes: 13
  • Police Station with total crimes: 12

How safe is Fylde?

To understand the safety of Fylde, we need to analyze Fylde crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Fylde has recorded 7,627 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 93.73 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 159 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 6,872 crimes with a crime rate of 84.45, ranking it 182 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Lancashire:

    • In 2024, Fylde demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lancashire average, with 7627 crimes compared to 12352.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Fylde witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Fylde had fewer crimes than the Lancashire average, with 6,872 crimes compared to 11,047. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Fylde witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Fylde is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Lancashire, Fylde has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Fylde Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Central (113 crimes), and the safest, Elswick and Little Eccleston (7 crimes), is 106 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Fylde.

Similarly, the area of St Annes Town (191 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Heyhouses & Park (49 crimes), with a difference of 142 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Fylde.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Central113
Warton and Westby73
Ashton70
St Leonards52
Medlar-with-Wesham36

Safest Wards:

Freckleton East18
Fairhaven16
Singleton and Greenhalgh10
Ribby-with-Wrea9
Elswick and Little Eccleston7

Most Dangerous Areas:

St Annes Town191
Kirkham & Wesham94
Warton & Freckleton73
St Annes North & Airport70
Elswick, Singleton & Weeton69

Safest Areas:

Elswick, Singleton & Weeton69
Lytham63
Clifton & Newton-with-Scales53
Ansdell & Fairhaven49
Heyhouses & Park49

Fylde Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Fylde has recorded 711 crimes with crime rate of 8.74 ranking 154th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 10 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 10 in terms of crime rate in Lancashire.

In 2024, the total Fylde crimes were 7,627. The crime rate of Fylde in 2024 was 93.73 (year) or 7.81 (month) ranking it 159 danzarous in the UK. Fylde ranked 11 in terms of total crimes and 9 in terms of crime rate in Lancashire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fylde were around 6,872 crimes with yearly crime rate of 84.45 (year) or 7.04 (month) ranking 182 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Lancashire, Fylde ranked 10 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 10 as per crime rate of Fylde

CityJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lancashire)CrimesRank (Lancashire)CrimesRank (Lancashire)
Ribble Valley329 123,928 123,356 12
West Lancashire1,002 119,771 118,857 11
Chorley928 910,746 1010,199 9
Wyre952 810,924 89,988 8
South Ribble994 711,636 710,276 7
Rossendale638 67,759 66,653 6
Pendle974 511,071 59,360 5
Lancaster1,328 416,860 414,859 4
Hyndburn1,103 312,594 310,826 3
Preston2,146 225,090 222,940 2
Burnley1,677 120,223 118,377 1

Fylde Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 269 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 232 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (207 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (190 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (206 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (196 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (225 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (181 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (204 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (175 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 201 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 168 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (182 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (141 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 196 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 175 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (200 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (180 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (212 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (171 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (196 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (172 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (195 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (188 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 343 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202524
May 202526
April 202532
March 202535
February 202519
January 202528
December 202433
November 202435
October 202432
September 202432
August 202423

A total of 18 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 503 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 41.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202552
June 202551
May 202556
April 202536
March 202549
February 202527
January 202549
December 202439
November 202432
October 202444
September 202436
August 202432

A total of 295 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202529
May 202524
April 202526
March 202529
February 202525
January 202523
December 202418
November 202412
October 202434
September 202422
August 202424

A total of 48 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20254
April 20254
March 20257
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 202410
August 20244

A total of 2257 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 188.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 269 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025269
June 2025190
May 2025196
April 2025225
March 2025175
February 2025168
January 2025141
December 2024175
November 2024180
October 2024171
September 2024172
August 2024195

A total of 216 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202518
May 202515
April 202515
March 202514
February 202531
January 202512
December 202423
November 202414
October 202429
September 202420
August 202413

A total of 2405 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 200.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 232 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025232
June 2025207
May 2025206
April 2025181
March 2025204
February 2025201
January 2025182
December 2024196
November 2024200
October 2024212
September 2024196
August 2024188

A total of 207 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202523
May 202510
April 202514
March 202521
February 202525
January 202523
December 202424
November 202410
October 202420
September 202418
August 20245

A total of 29 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 106 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202510
May 20259
April 202510
March 202512
February 20259
January 20256
December 202410
November 20249
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 499 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 41.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202536
June 202537
May 202533
April 202554
March 202551
February 202549
January 202532
December 202438
November 202454
October 202452
September 202434
August 202429

A total of 278 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202522
May 202521
April 202537
March 202523
February 202525
January 202525
December 202440
November 202418
October 202411
September 202429
August 202416

High Crime Locations Fylde in July 2025

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

1. Don Street (Map)
Total19
Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson3
Possession of weapons2
Other theft1
Other crime1
Drugs1
2. Goyt Street (Map)
Total13
Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences5
3. Police Station (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order1
4. Worsley Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
Other theft1
5. Shopping Area (Map)
Total8
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting1
Public order1
6. Bleasdale Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson2

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