Crime Rate in Ingol & Cottam: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ingol & Cottam

The total recorded crimes in Ingol & Cottam, Preston, UK in March 2025 are around 101 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ingol & Cottam crime rate of 6.32 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (6.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (-10.71% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (16) incidents (100.00% increase)
Ingol & Cottam Crime Hotspots

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

  • Threefields with total crimes: 8
  • New Rough Hey with total crimes: 6
  • Goldburn Close with total crimes: 4

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Ingol & Cottam has recorded 101 crimes with crime rate of 6.32 ranking 9th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)
City Centre501 16,637 15,945 1
St Matthew's162 32,431 22,366 2
Plungington195 22,341 32,251 3
Deepdale159 41,720 41,763 4
Ashton149 51,620 51,683 5
Ribbleton121 71,380 81,385 6
Brookfield139 61,481 61,200 7
Fishwick & Frenchwood113 81,232 91,162 8
Lea & Larches55 13876 10833 10
Sharoe Green76 10847 11723 11
Preston Rural East59 11725 13538 14
Garrison56 12829 12668 12
Cadley37 15711 14629 13
Greyfriars40 14493 15382 15
Preston Rural North30 16377 16263 16

Ingol & Cottam Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 61 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (102 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (64 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (31 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 451 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 102 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202528
January 202520
December 202422
November 202430
October 202436
September 202431
August 202440
July 202461
June 2024102
May 202431
April 202425

A total of 49 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243
July 20243
June 202414
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 475 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 39.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202530
January 202534
December 202452
November 202435
October 202438
September 202428
August 202446
July 202433
June 202464
May 202452
April 202431

A total of 81 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 202411
September 20244
August 20242
July 20248
June 202422
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 112 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20258
January 20258
December 202410
November 20242
October 20249
September 20248
August 20247
July 202411
June 202418
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20242
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20252
January 20256
December 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 202410
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245
July 20247
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 61 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20246
October 20247
September 20244
August 20248
July 20246
June 202410
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.88 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 202426
July 20245
June 20244
May 20245

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
February 20251
December 20241
August 20243
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 15 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20241

High Crime Locations Ingol & Cottam in March 2025

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

1. Threefields (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. New Rough Hey (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Goldburn Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Dunnock Lane (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Ashbourne Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
6. Bowlingfield (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Wiltshire Mews (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Downy Close (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Canberra Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Whitby Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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