Crime Rate in Overton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Overton

The total recorded crimes in Overton, Lancaster, UK in July 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Overton crime rate of 2.63 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 Overton, encompassing approximately 8,354 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-41.67% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-41.67% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Overton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oakville Road with total crimes: 4
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 3
  • Kevin Grove with total crimes: 2

How safe is Overton?

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

  • Relative to Lancaster:

    • In 2024, Overton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lancaster average, with 389 crimes compared to 624.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Overton recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 26 other areas in the Lancaster.

    • In 2023, Overton had fewer crimes than the Lancaster average, with 260 crimes compared to 550. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Overton recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 26 other areas in the Lancaster.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Overton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Overton has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 2.63 ranking 19th out of 26 in the Lancaster, UK

In 2024, the total Overton crimes were 389. The crime rate of Overton in 2024 was 70.14 (year) or 5.84 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Lancaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Overton were around 260 crimes with yearly crime rate of 68.34 (year) or 5.70 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Lancaster.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Overton)CrimesRank (Overton)CrimesRank (Overton)
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
John O'Gaunt40 13354 16319 15
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

Overton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

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

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 101 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202512
May 202511
April 202512
March 20258
February 20255
January 20258
December 20247
November 20245
October 20245
September 202410
August 202411

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 129 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202512
May 20254
April 202510
March 20259
February 202514
January 202527
December 202419
November 20243
October 20248
September 20246
August 202410

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20258
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 1 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

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20255
January 202510
December 20245
November 20241

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20258
January 20256
December 20248
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20253
January 20257
December 20245
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 2 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
December 20241

High Crime Locations Overton in July 2025

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

1. Oakville Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Kevin Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Lancaster Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
5. Church Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Church Park (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. The Orchards (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Low Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lavender Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Mill Hill Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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