Crime Rate in Barrowford & Pendleside: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Barrowford & Pendleside

The total recorded crimes in Barrowford & Pendleside, Pendle, UK in July 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Barrowford & Pendleside crime rate of 7.83 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 Barrowford & Pendleside, encompassing approximately 4,086 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (8.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (-9.09% decrease)
  • Robbery: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Barrowford & Pendleside Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mill Street with total crimes: 4
  • Bolton Grove with total crimes: 2
  • Nora Street with total crimes: 2

How safe is Barrowford & Pendleside?

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

  • Relative to Pendle:

    • In 2024, Barrowford & Pendleside demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Pendle average, with 530 crimes compared to 923.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Barrowford & Pendleside recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 11 other areas in the Pendle.

    • In 2023, Barrowford & Pendleside had fewer crimes than the Pendle average, with 433 crimes compared to 780. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Barrowford & Pendleside recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 11 other areas in the Pendle.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Pendle, Barrowford & Pendleside has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Barrowford & Pendleside Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Barrowford & Pendleside has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 7.83 ranking 11th out of 11 in the Pendle, UK

In 2024, the total Barrowford & Pendleside crimes were 530. The crime rate of Barrowford & Pendleside in 2024 was 129.68 (year) or 10.81 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Pendle.

In 2023, the total crimes in Barrowford & Pendleside were around 433 crimes with yearly crime rate of 105.95 (year) or 8.83 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Pendle.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barrowford & Pendleside)CrimesRank (Barrowford & Pendleside)CrimesRank (Barrowford & Pendleside)
Waterside & Horsfield150 11,370 31,237 1
Whitefield & Walverden125 21,541 11,137 3
Vivary Bridge111 41,445 21,150 2
Bradley115 31,318 41,112 4
Marsden & Southfield107 51,150 5994 5
Brierfield West & Reedley79 7956 6869 6
Brierfield East & Clover Hill102 6871 7711 7
Earby & Coates57 8678 8600 8
Barnoldswick42 9583 9560 9
Boulsworth & Foulridge39 10495 11435 10
Fence & Higham15 12134 12122 12

Barrowford & Pendleside 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 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 104 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 11.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202511
May 20257
April 202514
March 202515
February 20259
January 202510
December 202419
November 20249

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 126 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 14.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202512
May 202515
April 202512
March 202518
February 20259
January 202512
December 202420
November 202415

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20247
November 20242

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20246

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20253
January 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Barrowford & Pendleside in July 2025

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

1. Mill Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Bolton Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Nora Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Robbery2
5. Vantage Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Carr Hall Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Back Church Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Fountain Square (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
9. Deepdale Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Wilton Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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