WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Lancashire Constabulary Police

Overton Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Overton, localized within Hyndburn.

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Crime Rate

4.19per 1k

Total Population

8,355

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences15

Anti-social Behaviour5

Shoplifting4

Other Theft4

Criminal Damage & Arson3

Burglary2

Weapons Possession1

Robbery1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Supermarket Map	Shoplifting: 4Other theft: 1	5
On or near Gladstone Street Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Queen Street Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2Possession of weapons: 1	3
On or near Supermarket Map	Robbery: 1Burglary: 1	2
On or near Maple Street Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Milton Close Map	Anti-social behaviour: 2	2
On or near Waverledge Street Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near Earl Street Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Victoria Street Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Lime Street Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1