Crime Rate in Littlemoor: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Littlemoor

The total recorded crimes in Littlemoor, Ribble Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Littlemoor crime rate of 3.87 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 Littlemoor, encompassing approximately 6,452 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (550.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Possession of weapons: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Littlemoor Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moor Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Turner Street with total crimes: 4
  • Hall Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Littlemoor?

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

  • Relative to Ribble Valley:

    • In 2024, Littlemoor reported a higher crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 403 crimes compared to 151. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Littlemoor witnessed more crimes than 25 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Littlemoor experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 347 crimes compared to 129. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Littlemoor witnessed more crimes than 25 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Littlemoor Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Littlemoor has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 3.87 ranking 2th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Littlemoor crimes were 403. The crime rate of Littlemoor in 2024 was 62.46 (year) or 5.21 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Littlemoor were around 347 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.78 (year) or 4.48 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)
Primrose39 1357 3292 3
Derby & Thornley22 4377 2324 2
Alston & Hothersall23 3169 10150 8
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

Littlemoor Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (46 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 133 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20252
January 202511
December 202414
November 20242
October 202412
September 20246
August 202410
July 202414
June 202422
May 202410
April 202417

A total of 147 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20257
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 202412
August 20246
July 202429
June 202446
May 20246
April 202413

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
August 20243
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 2 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
April 20241

High Crime Locations Littlemoor in March 2025

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

1. Moor Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Turner Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
3. Hall Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Giles Street (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Shawbridge Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cottage Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Talbot Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Hillside Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Roman Road Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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