Crime Rate in Greenbank: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Greenbank

The total recorded crimes in Greenbank, Liverpool, UK in January 2026 are around 85 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Greenbank crime rate of 1.22 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 Greenbank, encompassing approximately 69,909 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (-30.77% decrease)
Greenbank Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park Avenue with total crimes: 25
  • Croxteth Grove with total crimes: 5
  • Croxteth Drive with total crimes: 5

How safe is Greenbank?

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

  • Relative to Liverpool:

    • In 2024, Greenbank demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Liverpool average, with 1013 crimes compared to 3079.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Greenbank recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 29 other areas in the Liverpool.

    • In 2023, Greenbank had fewer crimes than the Liverpool average, with 1,287 crimes compared to 2,922. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Greenbank recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 29 other areas in the Liverpool.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Greenbank Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Greenbank has recorded 85 crimes with crime rate of 1.22 ranking 20th out of 29 in the Liverpool, UK

In 2024, the total Greenbank crimes were 1,013. The crime rate of Greenbank in 2024 was 14.49 (year) or 1.21 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Liverpool.

In 2023, the total crimes in Greenbank were around 1,287 crimes with yearly crime rate of 18.41 (year) or 1.53 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Liverpool.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Greenbank)CrimesRank (Greenbank)CrimesRank (Greenbank)
Central1,899 127,551 123,878 1
Riverside678 28,060 27,319 2
Kensington and Fairfield267 73,674 54,176 3
Everton288 54,511 33,860 4
Kirkdale325 34,062 43,010 8
County290 43,620 63,401 6
Speke-Garston283 63,580 73,580 5
Princes Park261 83,088 83,133 7
Tuebrook and Stoneycroft157 122,528 102,740 9
Picton186 112,765 92,673 10
Norris Green200 92,498 112,466 12
Old Swan197 102,446 122,475 11
Anfield152 132,215 132,338 13
Fazakerley149 141,960 152,009 14
Knotty Ash104 182,188 141,791 15
St Michael's126 151,604 191,624 19
Warbreck94 191,772 161,764 16
Belle Vale121 161,747 171,689 17
Clubmoor106 171,715 181,620 20
Yew Tree82 221,590 201,671 18
West Derby66 261,389 211,378 21
Allerton and Hunts Cross85 211,046 231,178 23
Croxteth71 241,067 221,171 24
Cressington75 23893 251,049 25
Mossley Hill68 25632 30744 30
Wavertree60 27807 271,007 26
Childwall44 30849 26882 28
Church53 28762 28909 27
Woolton45 29746 29830 29

Greenbank Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (18 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 (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Public order 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 29 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 90 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202610
December 202514
November 20253
October 20253
September 20252
August 20255
July 202511
June 20259
May 202511
April 202510
March 20254
February 20258

A total of 89 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20252
November 20253
October 20259
September 20254
August 20256
July 20254
June 202511
May 202518
April 20258
March 20255
February 202514

A total of 410 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.17 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202636
December 202548
November 202538
October 202529
September 202534
August 202537
July 202546
June 202540
May 202529
April 202512
March 202532
February 202529

A total of 54 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20253
November 20252
October 20255
September 20257
August 20253
July 20258
June 20256
May 20255
April 20255
March 20252
February 20254

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
November 20251
September 20253
August 20252
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252

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 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 202510
November 20258
October 202513
September 202513
August 20255
July 20259
June 20256
May 202515
April 202512
March 20258
February 20251

A total of 71 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20256
November 20257
October 20255
September 20254
August 20254
July 20257
June 20258
May 20259
April 20255
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 100 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 202513
November 20257
October 20257
September 20256
August 20257
July 202513
June 20254
May 202515
March 202512
February 20257

A total of 63 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20257
November 202510
October 20252
September 20256
August 20257
July 20251
June 20253
May 20259
April 20255
March 20254
February 20256

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 15 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20252
August 20254
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252

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

MonthCount
October 20251
July 20252
March 20251

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
August 20252
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251

High Crime Locations Greenbank in January 2026

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

1. Park Avenue (Map)
Total25
Violence and sexual offences15
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson4
2. Croxteth Grove (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Croxteth Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
4. Mossley Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Blantyre Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Brompton Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lancaster Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Queens Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
9. Smithdown Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1
10. Sefton Park Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1

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