Crime Rate in Whalley Nethertown: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whalley Nethertown

The total recorded crimes in Whalley Nethertown, Ribble Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whalley Nethertown crime rate of 66.15 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Whalley Nethertown Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Drive with total crimes: 3
  • King Street with total crimes: 3
  • Nightclub with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Whalley Nethertown has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 66.15 ranking 6th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)CrimesRank (Ribble Valley)
Littlemoor25 2403 1347 1
Primrose39 1357 3292 3
Derby & Thornley22 4377 2324 2
Alston & Hothersall23 3169 10150 8
Salthill20 5308 4263 4
Edisford & Low Moor11 12184 8223 5
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

Whalley Nethertown Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 115 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20254
January 202512
December 20248
November 20248
October 20247
September 202413
August 20245
July 202412
June 202422
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 83 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20249
November 20249
October 20243
September 202410
August 20244
July 202410
June 20242
May 20248
April 202413

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 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 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 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 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.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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 March 2025

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

1. West Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. King Street (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Nightclub (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Ribble Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Mitton Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Mitton Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. The Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Church Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. River Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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