Crime Rate in Milnrow & Newhey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Milnrow & Newhey

The total recorded crimes in Milnrow & Newhey, Rochdale, UK in February 2025 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Milnrow & Newhey crime rate of 0.07 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 Milnrow & Newhey, encompassing approximately 14,154 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Milnrow & Newhey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 1

How safe is Milnrow & Newhey?

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

  • Relative to Rochdale:

    • In 2024, Milnrow & Newhey demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rochdale average, with 5 crimes compared to 6.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Milnrow & Newhey witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Milnrow & Newhey experienced a greater number of crimes than the Rochdale average, with 6 crimes compared to 6. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Milnrow & Newhey witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rochdale, Milnrow & Newhey has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Milnrow & Newhey Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Milnrow & Newhey has recorded 1 crimes with crime rate of 0.07 ranking 3th out of 18 in the Rochdale, UK

In 2024, the total Milnrow & Newhey crimes were 5. The crime rate of Milnrow & Newhey in 2024 was 0.35 (year) or 0.03 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Rochdale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Milnrow & Newhey were around 6 crimes with yearly crime rate of 0.42 (year) or 0.04 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Rochdale.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rochdale)CrimesRank (Rochdale)CrimesRank (Rochdale)
Milkstone & DeeplishNA NA31 139 1
Central Rochdale1 18 23 12
North HeywoodNA NA5 68 2
Hopwood Hall1 2NA NA2 15
CastletonNA NA1 116 3
Littleborough LakesideNA NA7 35 7
East MiddletonNA NA1 146 4
HealeyNA NA6 46 5
Norden1 44 103 10
Spotland & FalingeNA NA5 5NA NA
Smallbridge & Firgrove1 5NA NA1 18
South Middleton1 61 122 13
Wardle, Shore & West Littleborough1 75 85 8
West Middleton1 8NA NA3 9
North MiddletonNA NA4 93 11
KingswayNA NA1 131 16
Balderstone & KirkholtNA NANA NA2 14
West HeywoodNA NANA NA1 17

Milnrow & Newhey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In February 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In November 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

In April 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 3 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 4 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 4 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 1 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 4 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Milnrow & Newhey in February 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Milnrow & Newhey postcode area is presented below.

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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