Crime Rate in Cadley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cadley

The total recorded crimes in Cadley, Preston, UK in July 2025 are around 58 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cadley crime rate of 2.54 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 Cadley, encompassing approximately 22,849 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (23.53% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cadley Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Anthony'S Close with total crimes: 5
  • Plungington Road with total crimes: 5
  • Cintra Avenue with total crimes: 4

How safe is Cadley?

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

  • Relative to Preston:

    • In 2024, Cadley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Preston average, with 711 crimes compared to 1568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cadley recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

    • In 2023, Cadley had fewer crimes than the Preston average, with 629 crimes compared to 1,434. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cadley recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cadley Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cadley has recorded 58 crimes with crime rate of 2.54 ranking 13th out of 15 in the Preston, UK

In 2024, the total Cadley crimes were 711. The crime rate of Cadley in 2024 was 31.12 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Preston.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cadley were around 629 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.53 (year) or 2.29 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Preston.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cadley)CrimesRank (Cadley)CrimesRank (Cadley)
City Centre489 16,637 15,945 1
St Matthew's221 22,431 22,366 2
Plungington148 52,341 32,251 3
Brookfield177 31,481 61,200 7
Deepdale161 41,720 41,763 4
Ashton136 71,620 51,683 5
Ribbleton137 61,380 81,385 6
Ingol & Cottam112 81,390 71,149 9
Fishwick & Frenchwood84 121,232 91,162 8
Preston Rural East106 9725 13538 14
Lea & Larches95 11876 10833 10
Sharoe Green99 10847 11723 11
Garrison48 14829 12668 12
Greyfriars36 16493 15382 15
Preston Rural North39 15377 16263 16

Cadley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

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

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 184 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202510
May 202518
April 202515
March 20258
February 202520
January 202515
December 202411
November 202412
October 202424
September 202415
August 202414

A total of 175 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202517
May 202512
April 202515
March 20258
February 202510
January 202517
December 202414
November 202412
October 202415
September 202415
August 202419

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20253
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20249

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
August 20246

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

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
February 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20255
April 20251
March 20258
February 20252
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
October 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
August 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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
May 20251
April 20251
August 20241

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
August 20242

High Crime Locations Cadley in July 2025

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

1. St Anthony'S Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Plungington Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
3. Cintra Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Higher Greenfield (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
5. Marshall Grove (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. The Fieldings (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Vehicle crime1
7. Greenfield Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Worden Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Douglas Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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