Crime Rate in Central & West Bank: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Central & West Bank

The total recorded crimes in Central & West Bank, Halton, UK in July 2025 are around 89 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Central & West Bank crime rate of 6.38 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 & West Bank, encompassing approximately 13,951 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (-34.92% decrease)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (-18.75% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (-8.33% decrease)
Central & West Bank Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moorside Court with total crimes: 6
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • Ann Street West with total crimes: 4

How safe is Central & West Bank?

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

  • Relative to Halton:

    • In 2024, Central & West Bank reported a higher crime volume than the Halton average, with 1,708 crimes compared to 776. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Central & West Bank witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

    • In 2023, Central & West Bank experienced a greater number of crimes than the Halton average, with 1,688 crimes compared to 765. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Central & West Bank witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Central & West Bank Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Central & West Bank has recorded 89 crimes with crime rate of 6.38 ranking 3th out of 17 in the Halton, UK

In 2024, the total Central & West Bank crimes were 1,708. The crime rate of Central & West Bank in 2024 was 122.43 (year) or 10.20 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Halton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Central & West Bank were around 1,688 crimes with yearly crime rate of 120.99 (year) or 10.08 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Halton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Central & West Bank)CrimesRank (Central & West Bank)CrimesRank (Central & West Bank)
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 & Heath13 18206 18193 18

Central & West Bank 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 41 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (63 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (47 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (69 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 162 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202512
May 20259
April 202516
March 202510
February 202513
January 20257
December 20249
November 202411
October 202423
September 202417
August 202424

A total of 551 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 45.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202541
June 202563
May 202545
April 202547
March 202534
February 202539
January 202566
December 202443
November 202427
October 202435
September 202469
August 202442

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
November 20241

A total of 146 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202516
May 202511
April 202514
March 202510
February 202510
January 202516
December 202412
November 202410
October 202411
September 202414
August 20249

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 66 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20254
April 20259
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20244
November 20247
October 20245
September 20244
August 202416

A total of 65 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 202416
August 202412

A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20252
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 95 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20259
April 20257
March 20256
February 20257
January 20255
December 20246
November 202411
October 20248
September 202415
August 202411

A total of 67 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20258
April 20257
March 20259
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 30 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
March 20256
February 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20246

High Crime Locations Central & West Bank in July 2025

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

1. Moorside Court (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Ann Street West (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Sharp Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Church Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Wordsworth Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Wallace Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
8. Hood Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
9. James Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1

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