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 July 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whiston and Cronton crime rate of 4.04 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (-32.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
Whiston and Cronton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dursley with total crimes: 5
  • Kingsnorth with total crimes: 4
  • Exeley 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 July 2025 the Whiston and Cronton has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 4.04 ranking 11th out of 14 in the Knowsley, UK

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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Whiston and Cronton)CrimesRank (Whiston and Cronton)CrimesRank (Whiston and Cronton)
Northwood222 12,163 12,260 1
Halewood South116 41,165 81,490 2
Prescot North157 21,750 21,357 3
Page Moss117 31,324 31,323 4
Stockbridge106 51,294 41,086 9
Cherryfield87 81,216 51,320 5
St Gabriels99 71,180 71,172 6
Prescot South102 61,195 61,157 8
St Michaels79 91,021 91,164 7
Whitefield76 10833 10937 10
Shevington50 13667 12857 11
Roby58 12646 13675 13
Halewood North27 15430 14489 14
Swanside28 14387 15358 15

Whiston and Cronton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 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 25 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20259
May 20255
April 20256
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
August 20243

A total of 294 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202525
May 202524
April 202535
March 202520
February 202534
January 202519
December 202425
November 202440
October 202422
September 202414
August 202419

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 84 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 202514
February 20256
January 20253
December 202410
November 20243
October 20247
September 20249
August 202411

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20253
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 100 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202510
May 202510
April 20256
March 20259
February 20257
January 20254
December 20242
November 202411
October 202412
September 20249
August 20249

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20257
May 20258
April 20257
March 20253
February 20256
January 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 202426
September 202410
August 20244

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 25 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Whiston and Cronton in July 2025

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

1. Dursley (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Kingsnorth (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft1
3. Exeley (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Stanwood Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
5. Briarswood Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hostock Close (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
7. Skeffington (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Dryden Close (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Meadway (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Scott Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1

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