Crime Rate in Alston & Hothersall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Alston & Hothersall

The total recorded crimes in Alston & Hothersall, Ribble Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Alston & Hothersall crime rate of 45.63 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 Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Alston & Hothersall Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chatburn Road with total crimes: 4
  • Chapel Hill with total crimes: 3
  • B6244 with total crimes: 3

How safe is Alston & Hothersall?

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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.

Alston & Hothersall Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Alston & Hothersall has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 45.63 ranking 3th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)
Littlemoor25 2403 1347 1
Primrose39 1357 3292 3
Derby & Thornley22 4377 2324 2
Salthill20 5308 4263 4
Edisford & Low Moor11 12184 8223 5
Whalley Nethertown17 6280 5184 6
Hurst Green & Whitewell3 22189 6150 7
Wilpshire & Ramsgreave12 11186 7120 11
Sabden15 793 1696 13
Dilworth15 8142 1187 15
St Mary's12 10120 13143 9
Wiswell & Barrow6 17177 9142 10
Billington & Langho14 9131 12111 12
East Whalley, Read & Simonstone9 1399 1477 16
Whalley & Painter Wood8 1494 1594 14
Brockhall & Dinckley8 1574 1863 20
Chatburn6 1670 2041 25
Chipping3 2443 2672 17
Gisburn & Rimington3 2376 1771 19
Mellor5 1973 1971 18
Bowland5 1865 2245 24
Ribchester4 2055 2353 21
Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury4 2168 2148 23
West Bradford & GrindletonNA NA47 2552 22
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton1 2548 2437 26

Alston & Hothersall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 45 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 58 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20247
June 202412
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
October 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Alston & Hothersall in March 2025

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

1. Chatburn Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Chapel Hill (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. B6244 (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Preston Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Chapel Brow (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Ennerdale Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Wasdale Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Thirlmere Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Grimbledeston Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Coniston Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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