Crime Rate in Scotforth West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Scotforth West

The total recorded crimes in Scotforth West, Lancaster, UK in March 2025 are around 39 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Scotforth West crime rate of 2.47 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 Scotforth West, encompassing approximately 15,764 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Scotforth West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ashford Close with total crimes: 3
  • Kensington Road with total crimes: 3
  • Hastings Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Scotforth West?

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

  • Relative to Lancaster:

    • In 2024, Scotforth West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lancaster average, with 482 crimes compared to 624.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Scotforth West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Scotforth West had fewer crimes than the Lancaster average, with 385 crimes compared to 550. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Scotforth West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Scotforth West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Scotforth West has recorded 39 crimes with crime rate of 2.47 ranking 11th out of 26 in the Lancaster, UK

In 2024, the total Scotforth West crimes were 482. The crime rate of Scotforth West in 2024 was 30.58 (year) or 2.55 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Lancaster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Scotforth West were around 385 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.42 (year) or 2.04 (month) ranking 12 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
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
Bolton & Slyne20 18247 20194 21
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

Scotforth West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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 (8 incidents).

February 2025 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 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 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 (13 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 130 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202510
January 20259
December 202414
November 20247
October 20248
September 202412
August 20245
July 202414
June 202426
May 20249
April 20248

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20246
June 20244
May 20242
April 20246

A total of 124 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 20258
December 20248
November 20247
October 202413
September 20249
August 20244
July 202410
June 202420
May 202410
April 202416

A total of 69 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20249
September 202410
August 20245
July 20248
June 202418
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
September 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 202412

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20243
May 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
April 20243

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

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242
May 20242

High Crime Locations Scotforth West in March 2025

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

1. Ashford Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Kensington Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
3. Hastings Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Palmaston Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Lindbergh Avenue (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft2
6. Aldcliffe Mews (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
7. Hibbert Terrace (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
8. Heaton Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Newsham Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parkfield Drive (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

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