Crime Rate in Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Central

The total recorded crimes in Central, Fylde, UK in March 2025 are around 69 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Central crime rate of 0.07 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 Central, encompassing approximately 958,037 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (26) incidents (-3.70% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (-35.29% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Don Street with total crimes: 9
  • St Andrew'S Road South with total crimes: 9
  • Goyt Street with total crimes: 5

How safe is Central?

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

  • Relative to Fylde:

    • In 2024, Central reported a higher crime volume than the Fylde average, with 817 crimes compared to 363. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Central witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Fylde average, with 784 crimes compared to 327. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Central witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Fylde, Central has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Central Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Central has recorded 69 crimes with crime rate of 0.11 ranking 3th out of 20 in the Fylde, UK

In 2024, the total Central crimes were 817. The crime rate of Central in 2024 was 28.76 (year) or 2.40 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Fylde.

In 2023, the total crimes in Central were around 784 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.92 (year) or 2.08 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Fylde.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Fylde)CrimesRank (Fylde)CrimesRank (Fylde)
Warton and Westby88 11,226 11,058 1
Ashton69 2674 3750 3
St Leonards43 4628 4533 4
Medlar-with-Wesham28 8305 9345 5
Kirkham South35 6495 5344 6
Heyhouses42 5380 7263 10
Clifton26 10412 6286 9
Kirkham North27 9365 8339 7
St Johns35 7303 10301 8
Park18 14251 12251 11
Kilnhouse15 17258 11244 12
Staining and Weeton24 11206 16183 17
Freckleton East19 12215 15219 13
Ansdell9 20239 13200 15
Freckleton West18 13141 1889 19
Fairhaven17 15170 17216 14
Newton and Treales16 16235 14193 16
Singleton and Greenhalgh12 19120 19123 18
Ribby-with-Wrea13 1899 2082 20
Elswick and Little Eccleston2 2188 2169 21

Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (26 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (17 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (29 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 289 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202527
January 202517
December 202428
November 202429
October 202430
September 202415
August 202418
July 202425
June 202440
May 202414
April 202420

A total of 286 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202534
January 202516
December 202430
November 202421
October 202424
September 202418
August 202414
July 202413
June 202452
May 202418
April 202424

A total of 54 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 202413
October 20249
August 20243
July 20245
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20247
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
July 20245
June 202410
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20243
July 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20246
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242
July 20244
June 20248
April 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
June 20244

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
August 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Central in March 2025

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

1. Don Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. St Andrew'S Road South (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
3. Goyt Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
4. Clarendon Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Back North Crescent (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Vicarage Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Astland Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Back West Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Richmond Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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