Crime Rate in St Michaels: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Michaels

The total recorded crimes in St Michaels, Knowsley, UK in March 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Michaels crime rate of 1.43 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 St Michaels, encompassing approximately 41,384 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (38.46% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
St Michaels Crime Hotspots

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

  • North Atlantic Close with total crimes: 7
  • Layford Road with total crimes: 6
  • Astley Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is St Michaels?

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

  • Relative to Knowsley:

    • In 2024, St Michaels demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Knowsley average, with 1021 crimes compared to 1073.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Michaels recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Michaels experienced a greater number of crimes than the Knowsley average, with 1,164 crimes compared to 1,093. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, St Michaels witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

St Michaels Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Michaels has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 1.43 ranking 10th out of 14 in the Knowsley, UK

In 2024, the total St Michaels crimes were 1,021. The crime rate of St Michaels in 2024 was 24.67 (year) or 2.06 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Knowsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Michaels were around 1,164 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.13 (year) or 2.34 (month) ranking 7 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
Shevington53 12667 12857 11
Whiston and Cronton58 11819 11748 12
Roby44 13646 13675 13
Halewood North38 14430 14489 14
Swanside28 15387 15358 15

St Michaels Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (48 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 471 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 39.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202526
January 202538
December 202430
November 202439
October 202448
September 202425
August 202446
July 202429
June 202476
May 202449
April 202429

A total of 92 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20253
December 20243
November 202411
October 202418
September 20249
August 20247
July 202412
June 202414
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20246
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 202410
September 20249
August 20245
July 20247
June 202414
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 88 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20249
November 20247
October 202413
September 20249
August 20244
July 20244
June 202420
May 202410
April 20243

A total of 128 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20258
December 20244
November 20247
October 202415
September 202413
August 202410
July 202416
June 202426
May 202413
April 20245

A total of 36 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations St Michaels in March 2025

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

1. North Atlantic Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Layford Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
3. Astley Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
4. Primrose Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Alt Bridge Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1
6. Moorcroft Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
7. The Garth (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Paxton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Northwood Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bakers Green Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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