Crime Rate in Ainsdale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ainsdale

The total recorded crimes in Ainsdale, Sefton, UK in February 2026 are around 47 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ainsdale crime rate of 2.68 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 Ainsdale, encompassing approximately 17,532 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (233.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
Ainsdale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Station Road with total crimes: 9
  • Bowness Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Rose Crescent with total crimes: 3

How safe is Ainsdale?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Ainsdale demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 711 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ainsdale recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

    • In 2023, Ainsdale had fewer crimes than the Sefton average, with 816 crimes compared to 1,201. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ainsdale recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sefton, Ainsdale has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Ainsdale Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Ainsdale crimes were 711. The crime rate of Ainsdale in 2024 was 40.55 (year) or 3.38 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ainsdale were around 816 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.54 (year) or 3.88 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Ainsdale)CrimesRank (Ainsdale)CrimesRank (Ainsdale)
LinacreNA NA3,113 23,138 1
Duke'sNA NA3,632 12,678 2
DerbyNA NA1,851 32,004 3
ChurchNA NA1,495 61,613 4
MolyneuxNA NA1,758 41,352 8
St OswaldNA NA1,605 51,520 5
FordNA NA1,386 81,512 6
Netherton and OrrellNA NA1,454 71,458 7
LitherlandNA NA1,223 91,244 9
KewNA NA1,154 101,161 10
CambridgeNA NA1,020 121,039 11
NorwoodNA NA1,076 11975 12
SudellNA NA830 13697 16
ManorNA NA783 15815 14
VictoriaNA NA825 14788 15
HaringtonNA NA629 18672 17
BirkdaleNA NA653 17659 18
MeolsNA NA606 19604 19
BlundellsandsNA NA587 20591 20
RavenmeolsNA NA577 21580 21
ParkNA NA560 22496 22

Ainsdale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.85 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20268
January 20265
December 20256
November 20255
October 20255
September 20251
August 20254
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20256
March 20254
February 20252

A total of 339 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 26.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202619
January 202616
December 202523
November 202536
October 202534
September 202514
August 202525
July 202542
June 202531
May 202524
April 202526
March 202522
February 202527

A total of 74 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.69 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20263
December 20254
November 20257
October 20258
September 20256
August 20256
July 202511
June 202510
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 62 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202610
January 20263
December 20254
November 20253
October 20255
September 20255
July 20258
June 20256
May 20257
April 20251
March 20258
February 20252

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 73 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20265
December 20253
November 20252
October 20254
September 20259
August 20259
July 20257
June 20257
May 20258
April 20257
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20252
August 20253
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
March 20254

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20252
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20252
November 20257
October 20254
September 20253
August 20252
July 20255
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20253
November 20252
September 20251
August 20253
June 20253
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
October 20251
February 20251

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
July 20253
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
September 20251
May 20251
March 20251

High Crime Locations Ainsdale in February 2026

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

1. Station Road (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting9
2. Bowness Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Rose Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
4. Orchard Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Halifax Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
6. Faulkner Gardens (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Mary Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
8. Heathfield Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Cherry Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Kings Meadow (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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