The total recorded crimes in Hurst Green & Whitewell, Ribble Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hurst Green & Whitewell crime rate of 498.61 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 TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
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.
In May 2025 the Hurst Green & Whitewell has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 498.61 ranking 7th 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.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Hurst Green & Whitewell) | Crimes | Rank (Hurst Green & Whitewell) | Crimes | Rank (Hurst Green & Whitewell) | |
| Littlemoor | 33 | 4 | 403 | 1 | 347 | 1 |
| Derby & Thornley | 40 | 1 | 377 | 2 | 324 | 2 |
| Salthill | 38 | 2 | 308 | 4 | 263 | 4 |
| Primrose | 37 | 3 | 357 | 3 | 292 | 3 |
| Edisford & Low Moor | 11 | 12 | 184 | 8 | 223 | 5 |
| Whalley Nethertown | 16 | 8 | 280 | 5 | 184 | 6 |
| Alston & Hothersall | 25 | 5 | 169 | 10 | 150 | 8 |
| Billington & Langho | 20 | 6 | 131 | 12 | 111 | 12 |
| Wilpshire & Ramsgreave | 10 | 15 | 186 | 7 | 120 | 11 |
| St Mary's | 6 | 19 | 120 | 13 | 143 | 9 |
| Wiswell & Barrow | 12 | 10 | 177 | 9 | 142 | 10 |
| East Whalley, Read & Simonstone | 12 | 9 | 99 | 14 | 77 | 16 |
| Dilworth | 11 | 13 | 142 | 11 | 87 | 15 |
| Brockhall & Dinckley | 11 | 11 | 74 | 18 | 63 | 20 |
| Sabden | 3 | 23 | 93 | 16 | 96 | 13 |
| Whalley & Painter Wood | 10 | 14 | 94 | 15 | 94 | 14 |
| Ribchester | 8 | 16 | 55 | 23 | 53 | 21 |
| Chipping | 3 | 24 | 43 | 26 | 72 | 17 |
| Gisburn & Rimington | NA | NA | 76 | 17 | 71 | 19 |
| Chatburn | 8 | 17 | 70 | 20 | 41 | 25 |
| Mellor | 7 | 18 | 73 | 19 | 71 | 18 |
| Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury | 6 | 20 | 68 | 21 | 48 | 23 |
| West Bradford & Grindleton | 6 | 21 | 47 | 25 | 52 | 22 |
| Bowland | 5 | 22 | 65 | 22 | 45 | 24 |
| Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton | 3 | 25 | 48 | 24 | 37 | 26 |
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).
July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 60 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 6 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| September 2024 | 6 |
| August 2024 | 12 |
| July 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 12 |
A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 9 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 48 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 6 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 12 |
| August 2024 | 9 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.80 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 9 |
| July 2024 | 18 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 3 |
A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | 6 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hurst Green & Whitewell postcode area is presented below.