Crime Rate in Woolton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Woolton

The total recorded crimes in Woolton, Liverpool, UK in July 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Woolton crime rate of 1.75 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 Woolton, encompassing approximately 30,324 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (19.05% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-54.55% decrease)
Woolton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5
  • Watergate Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Gladstone Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Woolton?

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

  • Relative to Liverpool:

    • In 2024, Woolton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Liverpool average, with 746 crimes compared to 3079.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Woolton recorded fewer crimes than 28 out of 29 other areas in the Liverpool.

    • In 2023, Woolton had fewer crimes than the Liverpool average, with 830 crimes compared to 2,922. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Woolton recorded fewer crimes than 28 out of 29 other areas in the Liverpool.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Woolton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Woolton has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 1.75 ranking 30th out of 29 in the Liverpool, UK

In 2024, the total Woolton crimes were 746. The crime rate of Woolton in 2024 was 24.60 (year) or 2.05 (month) ranking it 29 dangerous area in the Liverpool.

In 2023, the total crimes in Woolton were around 830 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.37 (year) or 2.28 (month) ranking 29 most dangerous area in the Liverpool.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Woolton)CrimesRank (Woolton)CrimesRank (Woolton)
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
Mossley Hill61 28632 30744 30

Woolton 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (16 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 (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 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 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20255
April 20258
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20248
November 202414
October 202413
September 20249
August 20245

A total of 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.92 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202511
May 202521
April 202516
March 20258
February 20258
January 20253
December 202410
November 202425
October 202415
September 202412
August 20249

A total of 265 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202521
May 202520
April 202516
March 202521
February 202518
January 202519
December 202430
November 202424
October 202420
September 202415
August 202436

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
October 20241

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20252
April 202510
March 20254
February 20254
January 20259
December 20244
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244

A total of 41 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20256
December 20242
November 20247
October 20246
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20253
April 20254
March 20258
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20247
September 20246

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20242
September 20243

High Crime Locations Woolton in July 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Watergate Lane (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Gladstone Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Broad Hey Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. York Cottages (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Beaconsfield Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Druidsville Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Cheddar Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Woodrock Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Meadow Oak Drive (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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