Crime Rate in Blundellsands: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blundellsands

The total recorded crimes in Blundellsands, Sefton, UK in March 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blundellsands crime rate of 1.46 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 Blundellsands, encompassing approximately 28,018 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Public order: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-52.38% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Blundellsands Crime Hotspots

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

  • Victoria Road West with total crimes: 4
  • Coronation Road with total crimes: 4
  • Manor Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Blundellsands?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Blundellsands demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 587 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blundellsands recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blundellsands had fewer crimes than the Sefton average, with 591 crimes compared to 1,201. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blundellsands recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Blundellsands Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blundellsands has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 1.46 ranking 20th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Blundellsands crimes were 587. The crime rate of Blundellsands in 2024 was 20.95 (year) or 1.75 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blundellsands were around 591 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.09 (year) or 1.76 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sefton)CrimesRank (Sefton)CrimesRank (Sefton)
Linacre242 23,113 23,138 1
Duke's317 13,632 12,678 2
Derby141 31,851 32,004 3
Church118 81,495 61,613 4
Molyneux129 41,758 41,352 8
St Oswald122 51,605 51,520 5
Ford122 61,386 81,512 6
Netherton and Orrell121 71,454 71,458 7
Litherland92 91,223 91,244 9
Kew88 101,154 101,161 10
Cambridge71 131,020 121,039 11
Norwood81 111,076 11975 12
Manor77 12783 15815 14
Ainsdale58 15711 16816 13
Sudell57 17830 13697 16
Victoria58 16825 14788 15
Harington62 14629 18672 17
Birkdale36 22653 17659 18
Park47 18560 22496 22
Meols36 21606 19604 19
Ravenmeols47 19577 21580 21

Blundellsands Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Public order (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 202416
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 59 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20256
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20244
August 20245
July 20245
June 20242
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 223 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202521
January 20259
December 202427
November 202419
October 202415
September 202412
August 202419
July 202420
June 202438
May 202420
April 202413

A total of 79 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20246
October 202411
September 20245
August 20248
July 202413
June 20246
May 202411
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20242
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20246
June 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 31 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20241
June 202410
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 28 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Blundellsands in March 2025

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

1. Victoria Road West (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
2. Coronation Road (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Manor Road (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Third Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
5. Back Bridge Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Second Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cooks Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
8. Carnegie Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Regent Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1
10. Endsleigh Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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