Crime Rate in Edisford & Low Moor: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Edisford & Low Moor

The total recorded crimes in Edisford & Low Moor, Ribble Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Edisford & Low Moor crime rate of 2.49 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 Edisford & Low Moor, encompassing approximately 4,413 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Edisford & Low Moor Crime Hotspots

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

  • Moss Street with total crimes: 2
  • Lilac Grove with total crimes: 1
  • Hazel Grove with total crimes: 1

How safe is Edisford & Low Moor?

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

  • Relative to Ribble Valley:

    • In 2024, Edisford & Low Moor reported a higher crime volume than the Ribble Valley average, with 184 crimes compared to 151. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Edisford & Low Moor witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.

    • In 2023, Edisford & Low Moor experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ribble Valley average, with 223 crimes compared to 129. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Edisford & Low Moor witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 25 other areas in the Ribble Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Edisford & Low Moor Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Edisford & Low Moor has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 2.49 ranking 12th out of 25 in the Ribble Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Edisford & Low Moor crimes were 184. The crime rate of Edisford & Low Moor in 2024 was 41.69 (year) or 3.47 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Edisford & Low Moor were around 223 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.53 (year) or 4.21 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Ribble Valley.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Edisford & Low Moor)CrimesRank (Edisford & Low Moor)CrimesRank (Edisford & Low Moor)
Littlemoor33 4403 1347 1
Derby & Thornley40 1377 2324 2
Salthill38 2308 4263 4
Primrose37 3357 3292 3
Whalley Nethertown16 8280 5184 6
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

Edisford & Low Moor Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , 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).

February 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

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

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 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 Robbery (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 49 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20249
June 202410
May 20245

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

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 64 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20251
January 20258
December 20246
November 20245
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244
July 202412
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
June 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241

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.

MonthCount
December 20243

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20241

A total of 8 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20244
October 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20242

High Crime Locations Edisford & Low Moor in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Edisford & Low Moor postcode area is presented below.

1. Moss Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
2. Lilac Grove (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Hazel Grove (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. Hargreaves Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Asland Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Hodder Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Yarrow Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lune Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Brun Crescent (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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