Crime Rate in Mossley Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mossley Hill

The total recorded crimes in Mossley Hill, Liverpool, UK in July 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mossley Hill crime rate of 1.94 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 Mossley Hill, encompassing approximately 31,452 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (57.14% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Mossley Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kildonan Road with total crimes: 7
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • A561 with total crimes: 4

How safe is Mossley Hill?

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

  • Relative to Liverpool:

    • In 2024, Mossley Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Liverpool average, with 632 crimes compared to 3079.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Mossley Hill recorded fewer crimes than 29 out of 29 other areas in the Liverpool.

    • In 2023, Mossley Hill had fewer crimes than the Liverpool average, with 744 crimes compared to 2,922. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Mossley Hill recorded fewer crimes than 29 out of 29 other areas in the Liverpool.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Mossley Hill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Mossley Hill has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 1.94 ranking 28th out of 29 in the Liverpool, UK

In 2024, the total Mossley Hill crimes were 632. The crime rate of Mossley Hill in 2024 was 20.09 (year) or 1.67 (month) ranking it 30 dangerous area in the Liverpool.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mossley Hill were around 744 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.65 (year) or 1.97 (month) ranking 30 most dangerous area in the Liverpool.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mossley Hill)CrimesRank (Mossley Hill)CrimesRank (Mossley Hill)
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
Childwall62 27849 26882 28
Church59 29762 28909 27
Woolton53 30746 29830 29

Mossley Hill 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 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20254
April 20257
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 229 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202521
May 202529
April 202515
March 202512
February 202518
January 202515
December 202410
November 202430
October 202414
September 202417
August 202415

A total of 60 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20258
May 202510
April 20254
March 20257
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20245
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20251
March 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20257
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20247
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 202514
April 20254
March 20253
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20247

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
February 20253
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20256
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20256
April 20253
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251
August 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
August 20243

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Mossley Hill in July 2025

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

1. Kildonan Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Drugs1
3. A561 (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Livingston Drive North (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. Jericho Close (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Victoria Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
7. Hallside Close (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Church Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Mersey Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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