Crime Rate in Whalley Nethertown: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whalley Nethertown

The total recorded crimes in Whalley Nethertown, Ribble Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whalley Nethertown crime rate of 97.28 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Whalley Nethertown Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ribble Avenue with total crimes: 7
  • West Drive with total crimes: 3
  • King Street 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 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 July 2025 the Whalley Nethertown has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 97.28 ranking 5th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Whalley Nethertown)CrimesRank (Whalley Nethertown)CrimesRank (Whalley Nethertown)
Littlemoor34 2403 1347 1
Derby & Thornley38 1377 2324 2
Primrose27 4357 3292 3
Salthill30 3308 4263 4
Edisford & Low Moor11 8184 8223 5
Hurst Green & Whitewell9 13189 6150 7
Alston & Hothersall20 6169 10150 8
Wilpshire & Ramsgreave13 7186 7120 11
St Mary's5 22120 13143 9
Wiswell & Barrow7 18177 9142 10
East Whalley, Read & Simonstone10 999 1477 16
Whalley & Painter Wood10 1094 1594 14
Dilworth9 15142 1187 15
Ribchester9 1155 2353 21
Billington & Langho9 16131 12111 12
Gisburn & Rimington9 1276 1771 19
Sabden6 2093 1696 13
Bowland9 1465 2245 24
Chipping4 2643 2672 17
Chatburn8 1770 2041 25
Mellor5 2373 1971 18
Brockhall & Dinckley6 2174 1863 20
West Bradford & Grindleton7 1947 2552 22
Clayton-le-Dale & Salesbury5 2468 2148 23
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton4 2548 2437 26

Whalley Nethertown Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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
July 20251
December 20241
November 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 101 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 20256
April 20257
March 202511
February 20254
January 202512
December 20248
November 20248
October 20247
September 202413
August 20245

A total of 75 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20254
April 202510
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20249
November 20249
October 20243
September 202410
August 20244

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 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 12 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 5 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Whalley Nethertown in July 2025

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

1. Ribble Avenue (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
2. West Drive (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. King Street (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
4. Queen Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Broad Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. The Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Mitton Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Pasture Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Woodfield View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Nightclub (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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