Crime Rate in Walkden South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Walkden South

The total recorded crimes in Walkden South, Salford, UK in November 2024 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walkden South crime rate of 0.05 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 Walkden South, encompassing approximately 19,136 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Nov were:

  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Walkden South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Walkden (Station) with total crimes: 1

How safe is Walkden South?

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

  • Relative to Salford:

    • In 2024, Walkden South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Salford average, with 2 crimes compared to 5.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Walkden South recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Walkden South had fewer crimes than the Salford average, with 4 crimes compared to 6. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Walkden South witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Salford, Walkden South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Walkden South Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Walkden South crimes were 2. The crime rate of Walkden South in 2024 was 0.10 (year) or 0.01 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Salford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Walkden South were around 4 crimes with yearly crime rate of 0.21 (year) or 0.02 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Salford.

AreaNovember 202420242023
CrimesRank (Salford)CrimesRank (Salford)CrimesRank (Salford)
Pendleton & CharlestownNA NA9 328 1
Cadishead & Lower IrlamNA NA20 116 2
Swinton & WardleyNA NA9 29 4
EcclesNA NA5 59 3
OrdsallNA NA8 46 6
Walkden NorthNA NA3 87 5
Pendlebury & CliftonNA NA4 65 7
Worsley & Westwood ParkNA NA4 73 9
BroughtonNA NANA NA3 10
Weaste & SeedleyNA NA2 101 15
ClaremontNA NA2 113 11
Higher Irlam & Peel GreenNA NA1 133 12
Little HultonNA NA1 123 13
Boothstown & EllenbrookNA NANA NA2 14
Blackfriars & TrinityNA NA1 141 16
Barton & WintonNA NA1 151 17

Walkden South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In November 2024, Criminal damage and arson recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In May 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 2 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Other theft incidents were recorded over 2 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Walkden South in November 2024

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

1. Walkden (Station) (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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