Crime Rate in Cadley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cadley

The total recorded crimes in Cadley, Preston, UK in May 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cadley crime rate of 2.19 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 May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Cadley Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Fieldings with total crimes: 4
  • Stapleford Close with total crimes: 4
  • Lawrence Street with total crimes: 3

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 May 2025 the Cadley has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 2.19 ranking 15th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cadley)CrimesRank (Cadley)CrimesRank (Cadley)
City Centre569 16,637 15,945 1
St Matthew's224 22,431 22,366 2
Plungington173 32,341 32,251 3
Deepdale144 41,720 41,763 4
Ashton125 51,620 51,683 5
Ribbleton114 71,380 81,385 6
Brookfield120 61,481 61,200 7
Ingol & Cottam103 91,390 71,149 9
Fishwick & Frenchwood107 81,232 91,162 8
Lea & Larches85 11876 10833 10
Sharoe Green88 10847 11723 11
Garrison53 13829 12668 12
Preston Rural East67 12725 13538 14
Preston Rural North51 14377 16263 16
Greyfriars44 16493 15382 15

Cadley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (52 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 259 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 19.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202515
March 20258
February 202520
January 202515
December 202411
November 202412
October 202424
September 202415
August 202414
July 202432
June 202452
May 202423

A total of 38 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20258
February 20252
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20246
July 20243
May 20244

A total of 213 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202515
March 20258
February 202510
January 202517
December 202414
November 202412
October 202415
September 202415
August 202419
July 202415
June 202440
May 202421

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248
July 20249
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 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 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 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
July 20241

A total of 27 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
August 20241

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20249
July 20241
June 20242
May 20249

A total of 48 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20241
August 20246
July 20245
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Cadley in May 2025

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

1. The Fieldings (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
2. Stapleford Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
3. Lawrence Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
4. The Fieldings (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Royal Drive (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Haddon Place (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. The Filberts (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Lower Greenfield (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Austin Crescent (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
10. Oaktree Avenue (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1

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