Crime Rate in West Derby: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in West Derby

The total recorded crimes in West Derby, Liverpool, UK in March 2025 are around 99 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Derby crime rate of 2.30 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 West Derby, encompassing approximately 43,053 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (13.33% increase)
  • Public order: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
West Derby Crime Hotspots

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

  • Martlett Road with total crimes: 8
  • West Derby Village with total crimes: 6
  • Hornspit Lane with total crimes: 5

How safe is West Derby?

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

  • Relative to Liverpool:

    • In 2024, West Derby demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Liverpool average, with 1389 crimes compared to 3079.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, West Derby recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 29 other cities.

    • In 2023, West Derby had fewer crimes than the Liverpool average, with 1,378 crimes compared to 2,922. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, West Derby recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 29 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

West Derby Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the West Derby has recorded 99 crimes with crime rate of 2.30 ranking 21th out of 29 in the Liverpool, UK

In 2024, the total West Derby crimes were 1,389. The crime rate of West Derby in 2024 was 32.26 (year) or 2.69 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Liverpool.

In 2023, the total crimes in West Derby were around 1,378 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.01 (year) or 2.67 (month) ranking 21 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
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
Childwall66 27849 26882 28
Woolton50 29746 29830 29
Mossley Hill35 30632 30744 30

West Derby Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 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 8 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 (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 442 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202534
February 202530
January 202531
December 202433
November 202430
October 202447
September 202441
August 202426
July 202444
June 202466
May 202436
April 202424

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20247
June 20242
May 20243

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

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 20251
December 20247
November 20249
October 202410
September 20247
August 20246
July 20245
June 202410
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 147 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20258
January 20255
December 20248
November 202412
October 202415
September 202413
August 202413
July 20247
June 202426
May 202411
April 202414

A total of 205 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202514
January 20253
December 20248
November 202415
October 202435
September 202432
August 20247
July 202412
June 202436
May 202421
April 202414

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 202414
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 56 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20259
January 20255
November 20245
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245
July 20243
June 20248
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 140 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20258
December 20244
November 202421
October 202434
September 202413
August 20248
July 202410
June 202422
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 106 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 20246
September 20245
August 20242
July 202416
June 202416
May 202416
April 202426

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20245
October 20247
September 20244
August 20241
July 20247
June 202412
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
June 20242

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20244

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242

High Crime Locations West Derby in March 2025

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

1. Martlett Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
2. West Derby Village (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Hornspit Lane (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Drugs1
Public order1
4. Honeys Green Close (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Agincourt Road (Map)
Total4
Public order4
6. Deysbrook Side (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Flint Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
10. Rockwell Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1

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