Crime Rate in Bolton & Slyne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bolton & Slyne

The total recorded crimes in Bolton & Slyne, Lancaster, UK in March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bolton & Slyne crime rate of 4.56 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 Bolton & Slyne, encompassing approximately 4,382 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Bolton & Slyne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Manor Lane with total crimes: 3
  • The Green with total crimes: 2
  • Monkswell Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Bolton & Slyne?

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

  • Relative to Lancaster:

    • In 2024, Bolton & Slyne demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lancaster average, with 247 crimes compared to 624.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bolton & Slyne recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bolton & Slyne had fewer crimes than the Lancaster average, with 194 crimes compared to 550. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bolton & Slyne recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lancaster, Bolton & Slyne has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bolton & Slyne Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bolton & Slyne has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 4.56 ranking 18th out of 26 in the Lancaster, UK

In 2024, the total Bolton & Slyne crimes were 247. The crime rate of Bolton & Slyne in 2024 was 56.36 (year) or 4.70 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Lancaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bolton & Slyne were around 194 crimes with yearly crime rate of 44.27 (year) or 3.69 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Lancaster.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lancaster)CrimesRank (Lancaster)CrimesRank (Lancaster)
Poulton137 21,781 21,588 1
Castle143 12,065 11,555 2
Bulk116 31,577 31,263 3
Harbour102 51,199 41,230 4
Westgate103 41,097 61,084 5
Skerton East91 71,124 51,070 6
Skerton West91 61,028 8908 8
Heysham North90 81,080 71,069 7
Marsh75 9902 9699 9
Bare38 12490 11506 10
Heysham South44 10561 10493 11
Scotforth West39 11482 12385 12
Carnforth & Millhead35 13394 14337 13
Scotforth East20 20402 13282 16
Heysham Central27 15319 17331 14
Ellel27 14252 19227 19
John O'Gaunt23 17354 16319 15
Overton24 16389 15260 17
Lower Lune Valley20 19289 18238 18
Torrisholme15 21154 22214 20
University & Scotforth Rural13 23169 21125 23
Halton-with-Aughton12 25126 23132 22
Warton14 22117 24108 24
Kellet12 24106 2582 26
Silverdale7 2695 2689 25
Upper Lune Valley5 2761 2771 27

Bolton & Slyne Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 87 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 202512
December 20245
November 20247
October 20248
September 20246
August 202410
July 202410
June 202410
April 20246

A total of 3 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
April 20241

A total of 75 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20249
September 20243
August 20246
July 20245
June 20248
May 20247
April 20247

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
October 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 8 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
June 20242
April 20245

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Bolton & Slyne in March 2025

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

1. Manor Lane (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. The Green (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Monkswell Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Coastal Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Rushley Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. St Nicholas Crescent (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1
8. Church Brow Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Packet Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Bryn Grove (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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