Crime Rate in Ingol & Cottam: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ingol & Cottam

The total recorded crimes in Ingol & Cottam, Preston, UK in July 2025 are around 112 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ingol & Cottam crime rate of 7.01 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 Ingol & Cottam, encompassing approximately 15,986 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (47) incidents (17.50% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (-32.56% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (266.67% increase)
Ingol & Cottam Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tom Benson Way with total crimes: 8
  • Westbrook Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Clevedon Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Ingol & Cottam?

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

  • Relative to Preston:

    • In 2024, Ingol & Cottam demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Preston average, with 1390 crimes compared to 1568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ingol & Cottam witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

    • In 2023, Ingol & Cottam had fewer crimes than the Preston average, with 1,149 crimes compared to 1,434. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ingol & Cottam recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ingol & Cottam Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ingol & Cottam has recorded 112 crimes with crime rate of 7.01 ranking 8th out of 15 in the Preston, UK

In 2024, the total Ingol & Cottam crimes were 1,390. The crime rate of Ingol & Cottam in 2024 was 86.95 (year) or 7.25 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Preston.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ingol & Cottam were around 1,149 crimes with yearly crime rate of 71.87 (year) or 5.99 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Preston.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ingol & Cottam)CrimesRank (Ingol & Cottam)CrimesRank (Ingol & Cottam)
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
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
Cadley58 13711 14629 13
Greyfriars36 16493 15382 15
Preston Rural North39 15377 16263 16

Ingol & Cottam Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (47 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

February 2025 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 28 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 52 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 394 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202547
June 202540
May 202528
April 202547
March 202525
February 202528
January 202520
December 202422
November 202430
October 202436
September 202431
August 202440

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20253
March 202510
February 20252
January 20256
December 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 202410

A total of 33 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 445 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202543
May 202541
April 202537
March 202532
February 202530
January 202534
December 202452
November 202435
October 202438
September 202428
August 202446

A total of 98 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20253
May 20259
April 20257
March 202516
February 20258
January 20258
December 202410
November 20242
October 20249
September 20248
August 20247

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 60 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20258
May 20253
April 20255
March 20254
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 202411
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 54 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20256
April 20254
March 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 20247
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
December 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 202426

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
December 20241
August 20243

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Ingol & Cottam in July 2025

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

1. Tom Benson Way (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
Other theft1
2. Westbrook Crescent (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Clevedon Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other crime1
5. Sylvancroft (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
6. Tag Croft (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Downy Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
8. Canberra Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Finch Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Dunbar Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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