Crime Rate in Saddleworth North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Saddleworth North

The total recorded crimes in Saddleworth North, Oldham, UK in February 2025 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Saddleworth North crime rate of 0.25 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 Saddleworth North, encompassing approximately 3,965 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Saddleworth North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ripponden Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Saddleworth North?

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

  • Relative to Oldham:

    • In 2024, Saddleworth North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Oldham average, with 2 crimes compared to 2.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Saddleworth North had fewer crimes than the Oldham average, with 2 crimes compared to 7. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Saddleworth North witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Oldham, Saddleworth North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Saddleworth North Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Saddleworth North has recorded 1 crimes with crime rate of 0.25 ranking 1th out of 15 in the Oldham, UK

In 2024, the total Saddleworth North crimes were 2. The crime rate of Saddleworth North in 2024 was 0.50 (year) or 0.04 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Oldham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Saddleworth North were around 2 crimes with yearly crime rate of 0.50 (year) or 0.04 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Oldham.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Oldham)CrimesRank (Oldham)CrimesRank (Oldham)
Saddleworth SouthNA NA4 381 1
Chadderton CentralNA NA5 1NA NA
ColdhurstNA NANA NA6 2
AlexandraNA NA4 23 3
Failsworth EastNA NA1 92 4
St Mary'sNA NA3 41 10
Medlock ValeNA NANA NA2 5
Chadderton SouthNA NA3 51 7
WaterheadNA NA1 71 9
WernethNA NA1 111 8
CromptonNA NA1 81 15
Failsworth WestNA NA1 101 14
St James'NA NANA NA1 11
Royton SouthNA NANA NA1 12
HollinwoodNA NANA NA1 13

Saddleworth North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In February 2025, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 1 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Saddleworth North in February 2025

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

1. Ripponden Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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