Crime Rate in Beechwood & Heath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Beechwood & Heath

The total recorded crimes in Beechwood & Heath, Halton, UK in July 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Beechwood & Heath crime rate of 1.44 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 Beechwood & Heath, encompassing approximately 9,047 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Beechwood & Heath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Millington Close with total crimes: 2
  • Heathfield Gardens with total crimes: 1
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 1

How safe is Beechwood & Heath?

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

  • Relative to Halton:

    • In 2024, Beechwood & Heath demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Halton average, with 206 crimes compared to 776.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Beechwood & Heath recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

    • In 2023, Beechwood & Heath had fewer crimes than the Halton average, with 193 crimes compared to 765. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Beechwood & Heath recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Halton, Beechwood & Heath has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Beechwood & Heath Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Beechwood & Heath has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 1.44 ranking 18th out of 17 in the Halton, UK

In 2024, the total Beechwood & Heath crimes were 206. The crime rate of Beechwood & Heath in 2024 was 22.77 (year) or 1.90 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Halton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Beechwood & Heath were around 193 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.33 (year) or 1.78 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Halton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Beechwood & Heath)CrimesRank (Beechwood & Heath)CrimesRank (Beechwood & Heath)
Central & West Bank89 31,708 11,688 1
Appleton128 11,628 21,452 3
Mersey & Weston86 41,381 31,473 2
Halton Lea110 21,299 41,392 4
Halton Castle80 5868 5947 5
Ditton, Hale Village & Halebank59 7846 6798 6
Grange66 6806 7731 8
Bridgewater45 12621 10740 7
Norton North52 9646 8607 11
Norton South & Preston Brook55 8611 11647 10
Hough Green49 11629 9688 9
Halton View51 10580 12429 13
Bankfield33 13507 13472 12
Birchfield28 14495 14426 14
Daresbury, Moore & Sandymoor27 15486 15423 15
Highfield19 17401 16403 16
Farnworth25 16255 17269 17

Beechwood & Heath 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 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 69 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20258
April 20257
March 202510
February 20258
January 20256
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
February 20252
December 20243
September 20242

A total of 13 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
October 20242

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Beechwood & Heath in July 2025

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

1. Millington Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Heathfield Gardens (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
3. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Walpole Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Haweswater Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Farriers Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Millersdale Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Dunmail Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Kirkstone Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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