Crime Rate in Northwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Northwood

The total recorded crimes in Northwood, Knowsley, UK in March 2025 are around 191 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Northwood crime rate of 3.34 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 Northwood, encompassing approximately 57,139 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (65) incidents (30.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (35) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (24) incidents (84.62% increase)
Northwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 11
  • Webster Drive with total crimes: 9
  • Cherryfield Drive with total crimes: 8

How safe is Northwood?

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

  • Relative to Knowsley:

    • In 2024, Northwood reported a higher crime volume than the Knowsley average, with 2,163 crimes compared to 1,073. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Northwood witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Northwood experienced a greater number of crimes than the Knowsley average, with 2,260 crimes compared to 1,093. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Northwood witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Knowsley, Northwood has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Northwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Northwood has recorded 191 crimes with crime rate of 1.10 ranking 1th out of 14 in the Knowsley, UK

In 2024, the total Northwood crimes were 2,163. The crime rate of Northwood in 2024 was 37.85 (year) or 3.15 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Knowsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Northwood were around 2,260 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.55 (year) or 3.30 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Knowsley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Knowsley)CrimesRank (Knowsley)CrimesRank (Knowsley)
Halewood South109 41,165 81,490 2
Prescot North131 31,750 21,357 3
Page Moss139 21,324 31,323 4
Stockbridge95 51,294 41,086 9
Cherryfield77 81,216 51,320 5
St Gabriels70 91,180 71,172 6
Prescot South79 71,195 61,157 8
Whitefield79 6833 10937 10
St Michaels59 101,021 91,164 7
Shevington53 12667 12857 11
Whiston and Cronton58 11819 11748 12
Roby44 13646 13675 13
Halewood North38 14430 14489 14
Swanside28 15387 15358 15

Northwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (65 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (35 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 55 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (59 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (69 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (44 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (26 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 59 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (126 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (48 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (60 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 726 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 60.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 126 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202565
February 202550
January 202550
December 202455
November 202459
October 202469
September 202443
August 202437
July 202459
June 2024126
May 202460
April 202453

A total of 245 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202527
January 202517
December 20249
November 202414
October 202433
September 202412
August 202419
July 202429
June 202448
May 20248
April 20248

A total of 302 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202528
January 202522
December 202416
November 202431
October 202444
September 202419
August 202417
July 202425
June 202438
May 20249
April 202418

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 200 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202524
February 202513
January 202518
December 20246
November 202421
October 202420
September 20249
August 202414
July 202415
June 202434
May 202417
April 20249

A total of 134 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202511
January 20258
December 20245
November 20246
October 202415
September 202420
August 20246
July 20247
June 202430
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 53 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20256
December 20246
November 20246
October 20241
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 189 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202510
January 20257
December 202414
November 202410
October 20249
September 20249
August 202420
July 202425
June 202432
May 202415
April 202419

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20252
December 20246
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 15 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 228 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202522
January 202517
December 202416
November 202425
October 202415
September 202426
August 202418
July 202431
June 202426
May 202416
April 20248

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Northwood in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
2. Webster Drive (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
3. Cherryfield Drive (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
4. Rushey Hey Road (Map)
Total7
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
5. Sandy Brow Lane (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Watts Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Other crime1
7. Quarry Green (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Brackenhurst Green (Map)
Total6
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
10. Pentland Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1

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