Crime Rate in Whalley Nethertown: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whalley Nethertown

The total recorded crimes in Whalley Nethertown, Ribble Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whalley Nethertown crime rate of 62.26 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 Whalley Nethertown, encompassing approximately 257 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-60.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Whalley Nethertown Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Ribble Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Mitton Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Whalley Nethertown?

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

  • Relative to Ribble Valley:

    • In 2024, Whalley Nethertown reported a higher crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 280 crimes compared to 151. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Whalley Nethertown witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.

    • In 2023, Whalley Nethertown experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 184 crimes compared to 129. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Whalley Nethertown witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whalley Nethertown Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Whalley Nethertown has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 62.26 ranking 8th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Whalley Nethertown crimes were 280. The crime rate of Whalley Nethertown in 2024 was 1089.49 (year) or 90.79 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whalley Nethertown were around 184 crimes with yearly crime rate of 715.95 (year) or 59.66 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Whalley Nethertown)CrimesRank (Whalley Nethertown)CrimesRank (Whalley Nethertown)
Littlemoor33 4403 1347 1
Derby & Thornley40 1377 2324 2
Salthill38 2308 4263 4
Primrose37 3357 3292 3
Edisford & Low Moor11 12184 8223 5
Alston & Hothersall25 5169 10150 8
Hurst Green & Whitewell18 7189 6150 7
Billington & Langho20 6131 12111 12
Wilpshire & Ramsgreave10 15186 7120 11
St Mary's6 19120 13143 9
Wiswell & Barrow12 10177 9142 10
East Whalley, Read & Simonstone12 999 1477 16
Dilworth11 13142 1187 15
Brockhall & Dinckley11 1174 1863 20
Sabden3 2393 1696 13
Whalley & Painter Wood10 1494 1594 14
Ribchester8 1655 2353 21
Chipping3 2443 2672 17
Gisburn & RimingtonNA NA76 1771 19
Chatburn8 1770 2041 25
Mellor7 1873 1971 18
Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury6 2068 2148 23
West Bradford & Grindleton6 2147 2552 22
Bowland5 2265 2245 24
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton3 2548 2437 26

Whalley Nethertown Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 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 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (9 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.55 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 122 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 202511
February 20254
January 202512
December 20248
November 20248
October 20247
September 202413
August 20245
July 202412
June 202422
May 20247

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241

A total of 84 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.46 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 202510
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20249
November 20249
October 20243
September 202410
August 20244
July 202410
June 20242
May 20248

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Whalley Nethertown in May 2025

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

1. West Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Ribble Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Mitton Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. Beech Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Ash Grove (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
6. Mitton Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Oakdale Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Robbery1
9. Queen Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. King Street (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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