Crime Rate in Lea & Larches: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lea & Larches

The total recorded crimes in Lea & Larches, Preston, UK in March 2025 are around 55 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lea & Larches crime rate of 3.97 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 Lea & Larches, encompassing approximately 13,846 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (5.56% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
Lea & Larches Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Ashford Road with total crimes: 4
  • Alder Coppice with total crimes: 3

How safe is Lea & Larches?

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

  • Relative to Preston:

    • In 2024, Lea & Larches demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Preston average, with 876 crimes compared to 1568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lea & Larches recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lea & Larches had fewer crimes than the Preston average, with 833 crimes compared to 1,434. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lea & Larches recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lea & Larches Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lea & Larches has recorded 55 crimes with crime rate of 3.97 ranking 13th out of 15 in the Preston, UK

In 2024, the total Lea & Larches crimes were 876. The crime rate of Lea & Larches in 2024 was 63.27 (year) or 5.27 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Preston.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lea & Larches were around 833 crimes with yearly crime rate of 60.16 (year) or 5.01 (month) ranking 10 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
Ingol & Cottam101 91,390 71,149 9
Fishwick & Frenchwood113 81,232 91,162 8
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

Lea & Larches Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , 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 (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (31 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
April 20241

A total of 245 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202518
January 202516
December 202413
November 202415
October 202422
September 202414
August 202432
July 202429
June 202432
May 202421
April 202418

A total of 280 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202518
January 202523
December 202425
November 202431
October 202417
September 202415
August 202431
July 202421
June 202434
May 202427
April 202419

A total of 76 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
January 20253
December 20249
November 20245
October 202410
September 202410
August 20244
July 20248
June 20248
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20247
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20246
July 20247
June 20242
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20248
June 202412
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
September 20242
July 20242

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 50 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20255
December 20248
November 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 202416
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Lea & Larches in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Ashford Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
3. Alder Coppice (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Blackpool Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Savick Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Mythop Place (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Formby Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Layton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Greaves-Town Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Westerlong (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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