Crime Rate in Ribbleton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ribbleton

The total recorded crimes in Ribbleton, Preston, UK in July 2025 are around 137 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ribbleton crime rate of 11.17 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 Ribbleton, encompassing approximately 12,269 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (52) incidents (48.57% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (49) incidents (25.64% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
Ribbleton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Gaythorne Avenue with total crimes: 9
  • Grange Avenue with total crimes: 7
  • Marl Hill Crescent with total crimes: 7

How safe is Ribbleton?

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

  • Relative to Preston:

    • In 2024, Ribbleton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Preston average, with 1380 crimes compared to 1568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ribbleton witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

    • In 2023, Ribbleton had fewer crimes than the Preston average, with 1,385 crimes compared to 1,434. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Ribbleton witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 15 other areas in the Preston.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ribbleton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ribbleton has recorded 137 crimes with crime rate of 11.17 ranking 6th out of 15 in the Preston, UK

In 2024, the total Ribbleton crimes were 1,380. The crime rate of Ribbleton in 2024 was 112.47 (year) or 9.37 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Preston.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ribbleton were around 1,385 crimes with yearly crime rate of 112.88 (year) or 9.41 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Preston.

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

Ribbleton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 49 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (39 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (35 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (53 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (31 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (59 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (46 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 61 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20254
April 20258
March 20253
February 20255
January 20256
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 433 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202552
June 202535
May 202536
April 202532
March 202530
February 202531
January 202529
December 202429
November 202439
October 202435
September 202439
August 202446

A total of 497 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 41.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 59 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202549
June 202539
May 202549
April 202537
March 202553
February 202538
January 202531
December 202418
November 202424
October 202441
September 202459
August 202459

A total of 73 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20253
April 20254
March 202510
February 20259
January 20255
December 20244
November 20247
October 202410
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20246
November 20241
October 20243
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 142 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20254
May 20257
April 20259
March 202510
February 20256
January 202511
December 202415
November 202411
October 202420
September 202421
August 202417

A total of 31 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 26 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
February 20251
December 20241

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20254
April 20255
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
January 20251
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
December 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Ribbleton in July 2025

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

1. Gaythorne Avenue (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
2. Grange Avenue (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
3. Marl Hill Crescent (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Maple Grove (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Grizedale Crescent (Map)
Total5
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Patterdale Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
7. Fir Trees Place (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
8. Sandycroft (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Hareden Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
10. Orrest Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1

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