Crime Rate in Childwall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Childwall

The total recorded crimes in Childwall, Liverpool, UK in March 2025 are around 66 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Childwall crime rate of 1.59 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 Childwall, encompassing approximately 41,534 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Childwall Crime Hotspots

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

  • South Highville Road with total crimes: 8
  • B5178 with total crimes: 5
  • Lanfranc Way with total crimes: 4

How safe is Childwall?

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

  • Relative to Liverpool:

    • In 2024, Childwall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Liverpool average, with 849 crimes compared to 3079.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Childwall recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 29 other cities.

    • In 2023, Childwall had fewer crimes than the Liverpool average, with 882 crimes compared to 2,922. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Childwall recorded fewer crimes than 27 out of 29 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Childwall Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Childwall has recorded 66 crimes with crime rate of 1.59 ranking 27th out of 29 in the Liverpool, UK

In 2024, the total Childwall crimes were 849. The crime rate of Childwall in 2024 was 20.44 (year) or 1.70 (month) ranking it 26 dangerous area in the Liverpool.

In 2023, the total crimes in Childwall were around 882 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.24 (year) or 1.77 (month) ranking 28 most dangerous area in the Liverpool.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Liverpool)CrimesRank (Liverpool)CrimesRank (Liverpool)
Central2,170 127,551 123,878 1
Riverside689 28,060 27,319 2
Kensington and Fairfield316 63,674 54,176 3
Everton463 34,511 33,860 4
Kirkdale331 44,062 43,010 8
Speke-Garston294 73,580 73,580 5
County330 53,620 63,401 6
Princes Park261 83,088 83,133 7
Tuebrook and Stoneycroft187 112,528 102,740 9
Picton229 102,765 92,673 10
Norris Green248 92,498 112,466 12
Old Swan182 122,446 122,475 11
Anfield173 132,215 132,338 13
Fazakerley136 161,960 152,009 14
Knotty Ash148 152,188 141,791 15
Belle Vale149 141,747 171,689 17
Warbreck115 191,772 161,764 16
Clubmoor121 171,715 181,620 20
Yew Tree99 201,590 201,671 18
St Michael's116 181,604 191,624 19
West Derby99 211,389 211,378 21
Greenbank79 241,013 241,287 22
Croxteth76 251,067 221,171 24
Allerton and Hunts Cross86 221,046 231,178 23
Church81 23762 28909 27
Cressington68 26893 251,049 25
Wavertree61 28807 271,007 26
Woolton50 29746 29830 29
Mossley Hill35 30632 30744 30

Childwall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 330 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202514
January 202522
December 202431
November 202430
October 202420
September 202421
August 202421
July 202430
June 202454
May 202438
April 202428

A total of 92 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20257
December 20249
November 20248
October 20249
September 20249
August 20246
July 20245
June 202418
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 91 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20259
December 20242
November 20245
October 202410
September 20247
August 20248
July 20248
June 202422
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20246
August 20241
July 20245
June 202414
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 100 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20254
January 202511
December 20248
November 20245
October 202410
September 20247
August 20246
July 20246
June 202418
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
August 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 49 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 41 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 20244
June 202412
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Childwall in March 2025

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

1. South Highville Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. B5178 (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Lanfranc Way (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Staniforth Place (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Barnside Court (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Ruthven Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Molesworth Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Queens Drive (Wavertree) (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Alice Close (Map)
Total2
Public order2
10. Molton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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