Crime Rate in Whiston and Cronton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whiston and Cronton

The total recorded crimes in Whiston and Cronton, Knowsley, UK in February 2026 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whiston and Cronton crime rate of 2.95 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 Whiston and Cronton, encompassing approximately 14,600 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (-46.88% decrease)
  • Drugs: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Whiston and Cronton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hulton Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Meadway with total crimes: 3
  • Walpole Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Whiston and Cronton?

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

  • Relative to Knowsley:

    • In 2024, Whiston and Cronton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Knowsley average, with 819 crimes compared to 1073.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Whiston and Cronton recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 14 other areas in the Knowsley.

    • In 2023, Whiston and Cronton had fewer crimes than the Knowsley average, with 748 crimes compared to 1,093. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Whiston and Cronton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 14 other areas in the Knowsley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whiston and Cronton Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Whiston and Cronton crimes were 819. The crime rate of Whiston and Cronton in 2024 was 56.10 (year) or 4.67 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Knowsley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whiston and Cronton were around 748 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.23 (year) or 4.27 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Knowsley.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Whiston and Cronton)CrimesRank (Whiston and Cronton)CrimesRank (Whiston and Cronton)
NorthwoodNA NA2,163 12,260 1
Halewood SouthNA NA1,165 81,490 2
Prescot NorthNA NA1,750 21,357 3
Page MossNA NA1,324 31,323 4
StockbridgeNA NA1,294 41,086 9
CherryfieldNA NA1,216 51,320 5
St GabrielsNA NA1,180 71,172 6
Prescot SouthNA NA1,195 61,157 8
St MichaelsNA NA1,021 91,164 7
WhitefieldNA NA833 10937 10
ShevingtonNA NA667 12857 11
RobyNA NA646 13675 13
Halewood NorthNA NA430 14489 14
SwansideNA NA387 15358 15

Whiston and Cronton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 347 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 26.69 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202617
January 202632
December 202527
November 202525
October 202544
September 202520
August 202527
July 202517
June 202525
May 202524
April 202535
March 202520
February 202534

A total of 58 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.46 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20264
December 20255
November 20254
October 20255
September 20251
August 20256
July 20252
June 20259
May 20255
April 20256
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 82 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.31 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20264
December 20259
November 20256
October 20255
September 20258
August 20255
July 20258
June 20257
May 20258
April 20257
March 20253
February 20256

A total of 88 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.77 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20269
December 20254
November 20255
October 20257
September 20259
August 202510
July 20257
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 202514
February 20256

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
November 20252
October 20251
September 20253
August 20255
July 20251
June 20251
February 20252

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20263
December 20252
November 20254
October 20253
September 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 118 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20268
December 202510
November 20254
October 202515
September 202516
August 20259
July 202511
June 202510
May 202510
April 20256
March 20259
February 20257

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20252
October 20251
March 20251

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20253
September 20252
August 20251
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
September 20252
August 20253
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
July 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20252
August 20251
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
May 20251

High Crime Locations Whiston and Cronton in February 2026

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

1. Hulton Avenue (Map)
Total4
Drugs3
Burglary1
2. Meadway (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Walpole Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Lake View (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Drake Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Martock (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Hostock Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Simons Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
9. Stretton Way (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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