Crime Rate in Ribble Valley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ribble Valley

The total recorded crimes in Ribble Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 359 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ribble Valley crime rate of 5.83 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 Ribble Valley, encompassing approximately 61,565 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (111) incidents (32.14% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (103) incidents (-8.85% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (39) incidents (39.29% increase)
Ribble Valley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 11
  • Hall Street with total crimes: 9
  • Lime Street with total crimes: 7

How safe is Ribble Valley?

To understand the safety of Ribble Valley, we need to analyze Ribble Valley crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Ribble Valley has recorded 3,928 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 63.80 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 278 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 3,356 crimes with a crime rate of 54.51, ranking it 294 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Lancashire:

    • In 2024, Ribble Valley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lancashire average, with 3928 crimes compared to 12352.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ribble Valley witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Ribble Valley had fewer crimes than the Lancashire average, with 3,356 crimes compared to 11,047. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Ribble Valley witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Ribble Valley is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Lancashire, Ribble Valley has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Ribble Valley Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Derby & Thornley (40 crimes), and the safest, Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton (3 crimes), is 37 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Ribble Valley.

Similarly, the area of Clitheroe North (63 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Wilpshire & Mellor (23 crimes), with a difference of 40 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Ribble Valley.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Derby & Thornley40
Salthill38
Primrose37
Littlemoor33
Alston & Hothersall25

Safest Wards:

West Bradford & Grindleton6
Bowland5
Sabden3
Chipping3
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton3

Most Dangerous Areas:

Clitheroe North63
Longridge South62
Clitheroe South62
Whalley & Brockhall57
Read, Sabden & Chatburn35

Safest Areas:

Whalley & Brockhall57
Read, Sabden & Chatburn35
Waddington, Gisburn & Slaidburn32
Longridge North, Ribchester & Chipping25
Wilpshire & Mellor23

Ribble Valley Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Ribble Valley has recorded 359 crimes with crime rate of 5.83 ranking 268th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 12 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 12 in terms of crime rate in Lancashire.

In 2024, the total Ribble Valley crimes were 3,928. The crime rate of Ribble Valley in 2024 was 63.80 (year) or 5.32 (month) ranking it 278 danzarous in the UK. Ribble Valley ranked 12 in terms of total crimes and 12 in terms of crime rate in Lancashire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ribble Valley were around 3,356 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.51 (year) or 4.54 (month) ranking 294 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Lancashire, Ribble Valley ranked 12 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 12 as per crime rate of Ribble Valley

CityMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lancashire)CrimesRank (Lancashire)CrimesRank (Lancashire)
West Lancashire906 119,771 118,857 11
Fylde606 107,627 96,872 10
Chorley947 910,746 1010,199 9
Wyre960 810,924 89,988 8
South Ribble900 711,636 710,276 7
Rossendale638 67,759 66,653 6
Pendle1,024 511,071 59,360 5
Lancaster1,379 416,860 414,859 4
Hyndburn930 312,594 310,826 3
Preston2,117 225,090 222,940 2
Burnley1,656 120,223 118,377 1

Ribble Valley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (111 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (103 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (113 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (84 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (103 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (95 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 83 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 70 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (105 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (89 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 99 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 88 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (89 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (66 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (94 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (75 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (102 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (91 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (95 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (94 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 126 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 111 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (196 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (170 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 161 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202513
March 20256
February 20258
January 202510
December 202418
November 202410
October 202411
September 202414
August 202412
July 202413
June 202432

A total of 19 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20243
June 20248

A total of 259 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202525
March 202519
February 202512
January 202517
December 202418
November 202418
October 202417
September 202425
August 202423
July 202430
June 202432

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20255
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
June 20244

A total of 348 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202539
April 202528
March 202524
February 202520
January 202526
December 202421
November 202414
October 202429
September 202421
August 202425
July 202443
June 202458

A total of 109 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20252
March 20257
February 20252
January 202514
December 20249
November 20247
October 202412
September 20246
August 20245
July 202412
June 202424

A total of 1228 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 102.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 196 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025103
April 2025113
March 2025103
February 202583
January 202589
December 202488
November 202466
October 202475
September 202491
August 202495
July 2024126
June 2024196

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 185 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202511
March 202513
February 202511
January 202510
December 202421
November 202428
October 202423
September 202425
August 202412
July 20247
June 202414

A total of 1224 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 102.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 170 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025111
April 202584
March 202595
February 202570
January 2025105
December 202499
November 202489
October 202494
September 2024102
August 202494
July 2024111
June 2024170

A total of 72 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20259
March 20253
February 20256
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20247
July 202411
June 202414

A total of 100 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20257
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 202415
November 20246
October 20249
September 202410
August 202411
July 20245
June 202412

A total of 154 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 20255
March 20258
February 202510
January 202513
December 202422
November 202410
October 202412
September 202415
August 202412
July 202418
June 20246

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Ribble Valley in May 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1
Public order1
Other theft1
2. Hall Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary2
3. Lime Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson2
4. Brook Street (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Other theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Pendleton Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Robbery1
Other theft1

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