Crime Rate in Swanside: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Swanside

The total recorded crimes in Swanside, Knowsley, UK in March 2025 are around 28 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Swanside crime rate of 0.92 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 Swanside, encompassing approximately 30,355 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-8.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Swanside Crime Hotspots

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

  • Penrose Avenue West with total crimes: 2
  • Sexton Way with total crimes: 2
  • Penrose Avenue East with total crimes: 2

How safe is Swanside?

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

  • Relative to Knowsley:

    • In 2024, Swanside demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Knowsley average, with 387 crimes compared to 1073.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Swanside recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Swanside had fewer crimes than the Knowsley average, with 358 crimes compared to 1,093. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Swanside recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Swanside Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Swanside has recorded 28 crimes with crime rate of 0.92 ranking 15th out of 14 in the Knowsley, UK

In 2024, the total Swanside crimes were 387. The crime rate of Swanside in 2024 was 12.75 (year) or 1.06 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Knowsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Swanside were around 358 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.79 (year) or 0.98 (month) ranking 15 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
Shevington53 12667 12857 11
Whiston and Cronton58 11819 11748 12
Roby44 13646 13675 13
Halewood North38 14430 14489 14

Swanside Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 172 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202512
January 202510
December 20246
November 202410
October 202417
September 20249
August 202420
July 202414
June 202432
May 202416
April 202415

A total of 52 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 202410
October 20248
September 20241
August 20248
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20247
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20243
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20247
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
December 20241
October 20242
May 20243

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 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

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Swanside in March 2025

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

1. Penrose Avenue West (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Sexton Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Penrose Avenue East (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Arnside Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Stuart Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Gordon Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Marwood Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Friars Way (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Norbreck Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Greystone Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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