Crime Rate in Harington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Harington

The total recorded crimes in Harington, Sefton, UK in July 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Harington crime rate of 3.46 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 Harington, encompassing approximately 17,053 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Harington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Victoria Road with total crimes: 6
  • Harington Road with total crimes: 4
  • Westview Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Harington?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Harington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 629 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Harington recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

    • In 2023, Harington had fewer crimes than the Sefton average, with 672 crimes compared to 1,201. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Harington recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Harington Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Harington has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 3.46 ranking 17th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Harington crimes were 629. The crime rate of Harington in 2024 was 36.89 (year) or 3.07 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Harington were around 672 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.41 (year) or 3.28 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Harington)CrimesRank (Harington)CrimesRank (Harington)
Linacre208 23,113 23,138 1
Duke's282 13,632 12,678 2
Derby166 31,851 32,004 3
Church109 71,495 61,613 4
Molyneux105 81,758 41,352 8
St Oswald135 41,605 51,520 5
Litherland135 51,223 91,244 9
Ford125 61,386 81,512 6
Netherton and Orrell101 91,454 71,458 7
Kew94 101,154 101,161 10
Cambridge79 131,020 121,039 11
Norwood71 141,076 11975 12
Ainsdale83 11711 16816 13
Manor81 12783 15815 14
Sudell70 15830 13697 16
Victoria64 16825 14788 15
Birkdale44 21653 17659 18
Blundellsands56 18587 20591 20
Meols48 19606 19604 19
Ravenmeols47 20577 21580 21
Park42 22560 22496 22

Harington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 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 (13 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 79 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
May 202515
April 202511
March 20251
February 20257
December 20245
November 20245
October 20248
September 20245
August 20244

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 202513
May 20257
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20256
December 20247
November 20244
October 20244
August 20243

A total of 248 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202525
May 202527
April 202527
March 202521
February 202517
January 202521
December 202417
November 202420
October 202419
September 202416
August 202413

A total of 55 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20255
April 20257
March 20259
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20257
April 20252
March 20257
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20257
January 20253
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20256
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20256
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
October 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
March 20251
November 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20252
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Harington in July 2025

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

1. Victoria Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
2. Harington Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Other crime1
3. Westview Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Lonsdale Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. West Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. B5424 (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Marsh Brows (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1

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