Crime Rate in Childwall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Childwall

The total recorded crimes in Childwall, Liverpool, UK in July 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Childwall crime rate of 1.49 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (-13.79% decrease)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Childwall Crime Hotspots

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

  • B5178 with total crimes: 7
  • Molesworth Grove with total crimes: 3
  • Abbey View with total crimes: 3

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 areas in the Liverpool.

    • 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 areas in the Liverpool.

  • 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 July 2025 the Childwall has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 1.49 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Childwall)CrimesRank (Childwall)CrimesRank (Childwall)
Central2,122 127,551 123,878 1
Riverside625 28,060 27,319 2
Kensington and Fairfield322 43,674 54,176 3
Everton348 34,511 33,860 4
Kirkdale312 74,062 43,010 8
Speke-Garston321 53,580 73,580 5
County313 63,620 63,401 6
Princes Park259 83,088 83,133 7
Tuebrook and Stoneycroft169 122,528 102,740 9
Picton219 92,765 92,673 10
Norris Green203 102,498 112,466 12
Old Swan168 132,446 122,475 11
Anfield170 112,215 132,338 13
Fazakerley127 191,960 152,009 14
Knotty Ash150 152,188 141,791 15
St Michael's153 141,604 191,624 19
Warbreck140 171,772 161,764 16
Clubmoor141 161,715 181,620 20
Belle Vale135 181,747 171,689 17
Yew Tree123 201,590 201,671 18
West Derby107 211,389 211,378 21
Greenbank106 221,013 241,287 22
Croxteth97 231,067 221,171 24
Allerton and Hunts Cross75 251,046 231,178 23
Cressington83 24893 251,049 25
Wavertree70 26807 271,007 26
Church59 29762 28909 27
Mossley Hill61 28632 30744 30
Woolton53 30746 29830 29

Childwall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 280 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202529
May 202523
April 202523
March 202521
February 202514
January 202522
December 202431
November 202430
October 202420
September 202421
August 202421

A total of 50 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
May 20256
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20244

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 81 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
March 20259
February 20254
January 20257
December 20249
November 20248
October 20249
September 20249
August 20246

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 87 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
May 20258
April 20256
March 20259
February 20255
January 20259
December 20242
November 20245
October 202410
September 20247
August 20248

A total of 106 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20259
May 202519
April 202513
March 202512
February 20254
January 202511
December 20248
November 20245
October 202410
September 20247
August 20246

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20254
April 20254
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
February 20252
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
August 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
November 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

High Crime Locations Childwall in July 2025

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

1. B5178 (Map)
Total7
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Molesworth Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Abbey View (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Childwall Fiveways (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Church Green (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Eldred Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
8. Oulton Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Highville Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ewden Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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