Crime Rate in Farnworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Farnworth

The total recorded crimes in Farnworth, Halton, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Farnworth crime rate of 0.46 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 Farnworth, encompassing approximately 54,539 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Farnworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cranshaw Lane with total crimes: 2
  • A5080 with total crimes: 2
  • Rivenmill Place with total crimes: 2

How safe is Farnworth?

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

  • Relative to Halton:

    • In 2024, Farnworth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Halton average, with 255 crimes compared to 776.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Farnworth recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

    • In 2023, Farnworth had fewer crimes than the Halton average, with 269 crimes compared to 765. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Farnworth recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Farnworth Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Farnworth has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 0.46 ranking 16th out of 17 in the Halton, UK

In 2024, the total Farnworth crimes were 255. The crime rate of Farnworth in 2024 was 4.68 (year) or 0.39 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Halton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Farnworth were around 269 crimes with yearly crime rate of 4.93 (year) or 0.41 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Halton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Farnworth)CrimesRank (Farnworth)CrimesRank (Farnworth)
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
Beechwood & Heath13 18206 18193 18

Farnworth 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 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 118 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20257
May 20259
April 202517
March 20255
February 202513
January 20255
December 202416
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 202421

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20251
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
April 20253
March 20253
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20255
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20251

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Farnworth in July 2025

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

1. Cranshaw Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. A5080 (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Rivenmill Place (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
4. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Devon Place (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. South Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Kensington Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Steppingstone Mews (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Minton Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Amelia Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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