Crime Rate in Shevington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shevington

The total recorded crimes in Shevington, Knowsley, UK in March 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shevington crime rate of 2.20 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 Shevington, encompassing approximately 24,088 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (4.55% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Shevington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Riesling Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Beattock Close with total crimes: 3
  • Thirlmere Walk with total crimes: 3

How safe is Shevington?

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

  • Relative to Knowsley:

    • In 2024, Shevington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Knowsley average, with 667 crimes compared to 1073.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Shevington recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Shevington had fewer crimes than the Knowsley average, with 857 crimes compared to 1,093. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shevington recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Shevington Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Shevington has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 2.20 ranking 12th out of 14 in the Knowsley, UK

In 2024, the total Shevington crimes were 667. The crime rate of Shevington in 2024 was 27.69 (year) or 2.31 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Knowsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shevington were around 857 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.58 (year) or 2.96 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Knowsley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Knowsley)CrimesRank (Knowsley)CrimesRank (Knowsley)
Northwood191 12,163 12,260 1
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
Whiston and Cronton58 11819 11748 12
Roby44 13646 13675 13
Halewood North38 14430 14489 14
Swanside28 15387 15358 15

Shevington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Drugs 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 27 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20248
October 20248
September 20243
August 20248
July 20249
June 20248
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 315 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202522
January 202525
December 202427
November 202425
October 202430
September 202426
August 202424
July 202427
June 202440
May 202425
April 202421

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20252
November 20242
October 20247
September 20243
August 20247
July 20244
June 20244
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 58 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20248
August 20247
July 20243
June 202416
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20242

A total of 110 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 202518
January 202510
December 20246
November 20246
October 202414
September 20244
August 202411
July 202411
June 202420
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
May 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242

High Crime Locations Shevington in March 2025

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

1. Riesling Drive (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Beattock Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Thirlmere Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. St Patrick'S Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Apollo Crescent (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Gardeners View (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lexington Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Buttermere Close (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Dickens Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. St Peters Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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