Crime Rate in John O'Gaunt: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in John O'Gaunt

The total recorded crimes in John O'Gaunt, Lancaster, UK in July 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a John O'Gaunt crime rate of 2.19 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 John O'Gaunt, encompassing approximately 18,301 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
John O'Gaunt Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dumbarton Road with total crimes: 5
  • Coulston Road with total crimes: 4
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is John O'Gaunt?

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

  • Relative to Lancaster:

    • In 2024, John O'Gaunt demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lancaster average, with 354 crimes compared to 624.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, John O'Gaunt recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 26 other areas in the Lancaster.

    • In 2023, John O'Gaunt had fewer crimes than the Lancaster average, with 319 crimes compared to 550. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, John O'Gaunt recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 26 other areas in the Lancaster.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lancaster, John O'Gaunt has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

John O'Gaunt Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the John O'Gaunt has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 2.19 ranking 13th out of 26 in the Lancaster, UK

In 2024, the total John O'Gaunt crimes were 354. The crime rate of John O'Gaunt in 2024 was 19.34 (year) or 1.61 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Lancaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in John O'Gaunt were around 319 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.43 (year) or 1.45 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Lancaster.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (John O'Gaunt)CrimesRank (John O'Gaunt)CrimesRank (John O'Gaunt)
Poulton158 11,781 21,588 1
Castle141 22,065 11,555 2
Bulk97 41,577 31,263 3
Harbour105 31,199 41,230 4
Westgate68 81,097 61,084 5
Skerton East90 51,124 51,070 6
Skerton West78 61,028 8908 8
Heysham North76 71,080 71,069 7
Marsh57 9902 9699 9
Bare36 14490 11506 10
Heysham South50 11561 10493 11
Heysham Central53 10319 17331 14
Scotforth West29 15482 12385 12
Carnforth & Millhead43 12394 14337 13
Scotforth East29 16402 13282 16
Overton22 19389 15260 17
Lower Lune Valley28 17289 18238 18
Bolton & Slyne24 18247 20194 21
Ellel19 21252 19227 19
Torrisholme17 22154 22214 20
Halton-with-Aughton19 20126 23132 22
University & Scotforth Rural15 23169 21125 23
Warton11 24117 24108 24
Silverdale9 2595 2689 25
Kellet6 27106 2582 26
Upper Lune Valley8 2661 2771 27

John O'Gaunt Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 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 (6 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 92 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20257
May 20253
April 20255
March 202512
February 20256
January 202511
December 20246
November 202410
October 20246
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 96 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202511
May 202512
April 202512
March 20257
February 20255
January 202514
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 49 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20257
February 20255
January 20257
December 20243
November 20246
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
February 20251
January 20255
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 32 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20255
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20244

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations John O'Gaunt in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the John O'Gaunt postcode area is presented below.

1. Dumbarton Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
2. Coulston Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Conference/Exhibition Centre (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Primrose Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Eastham Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Woodlea Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Redwood Heights (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. Winchester Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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