The total recorded crimes in Ribchester, Ribble Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 4 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ribchester crime rate of 27.10 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 Ribchester, encompassing approximately 147 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Ribchester, we need to analyze Ribchester crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Ribble Valley:
In 2024, Ribchester demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 55 crimes compared to 151.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ribchester recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 25 other cities.
In 2023, Ribchester had fewer crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 53 crimes compared to 129. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ribchester recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 25 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Ribble Valley, Ribchester has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the Ribchester has recorded 4 crimes with crime rate of 27.10 ranking 20th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK
In 2024, the total Ribchester crimes were 55. The crime rate of Ribchester in 2024 was 372.63 (year) or 31.05 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.
In 2023, the total crimes in Ribchester were around 53 crimes with yearly crime rate of 359.08 (year) or 29.92 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Ribble Valley) | Crimes | Rank (Ribble Valley) | Crimes | Rank (Ribble Valley) | |
| Littlemoor | 25 | 2 | 403 | 1 | 347 | 1 |
| Primrose | 39 | 1 | 357 | 3 | 292 | 3 |
| Derby & Thornley | 22 | 4 | 377 | 2 | 324 | 2 |
| Alston & Hothersall | 23 | 3 | 169 | 10 | 150 | 8 |
| Salthill | 20 | 5 | 308 | 4 | 263 | 4 |
| Edisford & Low Moor | 11 | 12 | 184 | 8 | 223 | 5 |
| Whalley Nethertown | 17 | 6 | 280 | 5 | 184 | 6 |
| Hurst Green & Whitewell | 3 | 22 | 189 | 6 | 150 | 7 |
| Wilpshire & Ramsgreave | 12 | 11 | 186 | 7 | 120 | 11 |
| Sabden | 15 | 7 | 93 | 16 | 96 | 13 |
| Dilworth | 15 | 8 | 142 | 11 | 87 | 15 |
| St Mary's | 12 | 10 | 120 | 13 | 143 | 9 |
| Wiswell & Barrow | 6 | 17 | 177 | 9 | 142 | 10 |
| Billington & Langho | 14 | 9 | 131 | 12 | 111 | 12 |
| East Whalley, Read & Simonstone | 9 | 13 | 99 | 14 | 77 | 16 |
| Whalley & Painter Wood | 8 | 14 | 94 | 15 | 94 | 14 |
| Brockhall & Dinckley | 8 | 15 | 74 | 18 | 63 | 20 |
| Chatburn | 6 | 16 | 70 | 20 | 41 | 25 |
| Chipping | 3 | 24 | 43 | 26 | 72 | 17 |
| Gisburn & Rimington | 3 | 23 | 76 | 17 | 71 | 19 |
| Mellor | 5 | 19 | 73 | 19 | 71 | 18 |
| Bowland | 5 | 18 | 65 | 22 | 45 | 24 |
| Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury | 4 | 21 | 68 | 21 | 48 | 23 |
| West Bradford & Grindleton | NA | NA | 47 | 25 | 52 | 22 |
| Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton | 1 | 25 | 48 | 24 | 37 | 26 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (1 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 27 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 8 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 5 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ribchester postcode area is presented below.