Crime Rate in Norton North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Norton North

The total recorded crimes in Norton North, Halton, UK in May 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Norton North crime rate of 1.99 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 Norton North, encompassing approximately 27,197 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
Norton North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Woodridge with total crimes: 9
  • Windmill Hill Avenue South with total crimes: 6
  • Greenbridge Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Norton North?

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

  • Relative to Halton:

    • In 2024, Norton North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Halton average, with 646 crimes compared to 776.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Norton North witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

    • In 2023, Norton North had fewer crimes than the Halton average, with 607 crimes compared to 765. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Norton North recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 17 other areas in the Halton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Norton North Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Norton North has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 1.99 ranking 10th out of 17 in the Halton, UK

In 2024, the total Norton North crimes were 646. The crime rate of Norton North in 2024 was 38.75 (year) or 3.23 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Halton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Norton North were around 607 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.77 (year) or 3.48 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Halton.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Norton North)CrimesRank (Norton North)CrimesRank (Norton North)
Central & West Bank97 31,708 11,688 1
Appleton118 11,628 21,452 3
Mersey & Weston118 21,381 31,473 2
Halton Lea80 51,299 41,392 4
Norton South & Preston Brook93 4611 11647 10
Halton Castle72 6868 5947 5
Ditton, Hale Village & Halebank60 8846 6798 6
Bridgewater57 9621 10740 7
Grange63 7806 7731 8
Hough Green39 12629 9688 9
Daresbury, Moore & Sandymoor43 11486 15423 15
Bankfield29 14507 13472 12
Halton View37 13580 12429 13
Birchfield24 17495 14426 14
Highfield25 15401 16403 16
Farnworth24 16255 17269 17
Beechwood & Heath13 18206 18193 18

Norton North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 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 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.77 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 202510
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20246
October 20247
September 20244
August 20247
July 20249
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20257
March 20258
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 202411
July 20246
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 326 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 25.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202528
April 202522
March 202531
February 202521
January 202512
December 202423
November 202423
October 202420
September 202428
August 202427
July 202428
June 202452
May 202411

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
June 20244

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20254
November 20242
October 20242
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
July 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241
October 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 202416
May 20241

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
May 20241

A total of 69 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20255
March 202514
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20248
August 20247
June 202412
May 202416

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Norton North in May 2025

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

1. Woodridge (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order2
Other crime1
2. Windmill Hill Avenue South (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
3. Greenbridge Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
5. Juniper Grove (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Norton Hill (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
7. Saddlers Rise (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Delphfield (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Tolleson Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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