The total recorded crimes in Alston & Hothersall, Ribble Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Alston & Hothersall crime rate of 39.67 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 Alston & Hothersall, encompassing approximately 504 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Alston & Hothersall, we need to analyze Alston & Hothersall crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Ribble Valley:
In 2024, Alston & Hothersall reported a higher crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 169 crimes compared to 151. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Alston & Hothersall witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.
In 2023, Alston & Hothersall experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 150 crimes compared to 129. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Alston & Hothersall witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Ribble Valley, Alston & Hothersall has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In July 2025 the Alston & Hothersall has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 39.67 ranking 6th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK
In 2024, the total Alston & Hothersall crimes were 169. The crime rate of Alston & Hothersall in 2024 was 335.25 (year) or 27.94 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.
In 2023, the total crimes in Alston & Hothersall were around 150 crimes with yearly crime rate of 297.56 (year) or 24.80 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.
| Area | July 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Alston & Hothersall) | Crimes | Rank (Alston & Hothersall) | Crimes | Rank (Alston & Hothersall) | |
| Littlemoor | 34 | 2 | 403 | 1 | 347 | 1 |
| Derby & Thornley | 38 | 1 | 377 | 2 | 324 | 2 |
| Primrose | 27 | 4 | 357 | 3 | 292 | 3 |
| Salthill | 30 | 3 | 308 | 4 | 263 | 4 |
| Edisford & Low Moor | 11 | 8 | 184 | 8 | 223 | 5 |
| Whalley Nethertown | 25 | 5 | 280 | 5 | 184 | 6 |
| Hurst Green & Whitewell | 9 | 13 | 189 | 6 | 150 | 7 |
| Wilpshire & Ramsgreave | 13 | 7 | 186 | 7 | 120 | 11 |
| St Mary's | 5 | 22 | 120 | 13 | 143 | 9 |
| Wiswell & Barrow | 7 | 18 | 177 | 9 | 142 | 10 |
| East Whalley, Read & Simonstone | 10 | 9 | 99 | 14 | 77 | 16 |
| Whalley & Painter Wood | 10 | 10 | 94 | 15 | 94 | 14 |
| Dilworth | 9 | 15 | 142 | 11 | 87 | 15 |
| Ribchester | 9 | 11 | 55 | 23 | 53 | 21 |
| Billington & Langho | 9 | 16 | 131 | 12 | 111 | 12 |
| Gisburn & Rimington | 9 | 12 | 76 | 17 | 71 | 19 |
| Sabden | 6 | 20 | 93 | 16 | 96 | 13 |
| Bowland | 9 | 14 | 65 | 22 | 45 | 24 |
| Chipping | 4 | 26 | 43 | 26 | 72 | 17 |
| Chatburn | 8 | 17 | 70 | 20 | 41 | 25 |
| Mellor | 5 | 23 | 73 | 19 | 71 | 18 |
| Brockhall & Dinckley | 6 | 21 | 74 | 18 | 63 | 20 |
| West Bradford & Grindleton | 7 | 19 | 47 | 25 | 52 | 22 |
| Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury | 5 | 24 | 68 | 21 | 48 | 23 |
| Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton | 4 | 25 | 48 | 24 | 37 | 26 |
July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).
In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 7 |
| June 2025 | 7 |
| May 2025 | 8 |
| April 2025 | 9 |
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 5 |
| December 2024 | 4 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
A total of 6 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 4 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 53 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 6 |
| June 2025 | 13 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 9 |
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 |
A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Alston & Hothersall postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |