Crime Rate in Hurst Green & Whitewell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hurst Green & Whitewell

The total recorded crimes in Hurst Green & Whitewell, Ribble Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 9 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hurst Green & Whitewell crime rate of 249.31 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell, encompassing approximately 36 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Hurst Green & Whitewell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cross Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 3
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 3

How safe is Hurst Green & Whitewell?

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

  • Relative to Ribble Valley:

    • In 2024, Hurst Green & Whitewell reported a higher crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 189 crimes compared to 151. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Hurst Green & Whitewell witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.

    • In 2023, Hurst Green & Whitewell 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, Hurst Green & Whitewell witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ribble Valley, Hurst Green & Whitewell has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Hurst Green & Whitewell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hurst Green & Whitewell has recorded 9 crimes with crime rate of 249.31 ranking 13th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Hurst Green & Whitewell crimes were 189. The crime rate of Hurst Green & Whitewell in 2024 was 5235.46 (year) or 436.29 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hurst Green & Whitewell were around 150 crimes with yearly crime rate of 4155.12 (year) or 346.26 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hurst Green & Whitewell)CrimesRank (Hurst Green & Whitewell)CrimesRank (Hurst Green & Whitewell)
Littlemoor34 2403 1347 1
Derby & Thornley38 1377 2324 2
Primrose27 4357 3292 3
Salthill30 3308 4263 4
Edisford & Low Moor11 8184 8223 5
Whalley Nethertown25 5280 5184 6
Alston & Hothersall20 6169 10150 8
Wilpshire & Ramsgreave13 7186 7120 11
St Mary's5 22120 13143 9
Wiswell & Barrow7 18177 9142 10
East Whalley, Read & Simonstone10 999 1477 16
Whalley & Painter Wood10 1094 1594 14
Dilworth9 15142 1187 15
Ribchester9 1155 2353 21
Billington & Langho9 16131 12111 12
Gisburn & Rimington9 1276 1771 19
Sabden6 2093 1696 13
Bowland9 1465 2245 24
Chipping4 2643 2672 17
Chatburn8 1770 2041 25
Mellor5 2373 1971 18
Brockhall & Dinckley6 2174 1863 20
West Bradford & Grindleton7 1947 2552 22
Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury5 2468 2148 23
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton4 2548 2437 26

Hurst Green & Whitewell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Burglary dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

In March 2025, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

In November 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

In October 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (9 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 (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20253
April 20256
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20246
September 20246
August 202412

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
December 20243

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20259
February 20253

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
October 20243
August 20243

A total of 42 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
May 20256
January 20253
December 20243
October 20243
September 202412
August 20249

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
January 20253
October 20249

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
September 20243
August 20243

High Crime Locations Hurst Green & Whitewell in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hurst Green & Whitewell postcode area is presented below.

1. Cross Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Other crime3
3. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total3
Burglary3

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