Crime Rate in Blundellsands: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blundellsands

The total recorded crimes in Blundellsands, Sefton, UK in February 2026 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blundellsands crime rate of 1.57 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 Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (7.14% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Blundellsands Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Green with total crimes: 7
  • Second Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Berwick Drive with total crimes: 4

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 areas in the Sefton.

    • 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 areas in the Sefton.

  • 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 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.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Blundellsands)CrimesRank (Blundellsands)CrimesRank (Blundellsands)
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
AinsdaleNA NA711 16816 13
SudellNA NA830 13697 16
ManorNA NA783 15815 14
VictoriaNA NA825 14788 15
HaringtonNA NA629 18672 17
BirkdaleNA NA653 17659 18
MeolsNA NA606 19604 19
RavenmeolsNA NA577 21580 21
ParkNA NA560 22496 22

Blundellsands 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 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (18 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 84 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.46 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 20266
December 20255
November 20259
October 20257
September 20258
August 20252
July 20252
June 20257
May 20259
April 20256
March 202512
February 20256

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
September 20251
July 20251

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
November 20253
September 20251
July 20253
June 20251
March 20252

A total of 222 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 17.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202615
January 202614
December 20259
November 202522
October 202519
September 202512
August 202517
July 202523
June 202516
May 202526
April 202518
March 202510
February 202521

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20252
November 20253
October 20253
September 20256
May 20254
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 33 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20253
September 20252
August 20252
July 20255
June 20256
May 20254
April 20253
March 20251

A total of 135 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202610
January 20269
December 20254
November 202510
October 202512
September 20259
August 202511
July 202511
June 202518
May 202521
April 202510
March 20255
February 20255

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20264
December 20255
November 20255
October 20255
September 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.54 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20264
December 20254
November 20258
October 20255
September 20253
August 20251
July 20256
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20255
February 20251

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.92 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20252
September 20257
August 20252
July 20252
June 20252
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.11 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251

High Crime Locations Blundellsands in February 2026

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

1. The Green (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Second Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs1
Public order1
3. Berwick Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
5. Church Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Manor Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
7. Sherwood Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Cooks Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Fire Station Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Princes Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.