Crime Rate in Kew: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kew

The total recorded crimes in Kew, Sefton, UK in March 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kew crime rate of 1.17 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 Kew, encompassing approximately 75,085 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (6.06% increase)
  • Drugs: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
Kew Crime Hotspots

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

  • Redwood Way with total crimes: 9
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • Bridge Grove with total crimes: 4

How safe is Kew?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Kew demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 1154 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Kew witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Kew had fewer crimes than the Sefton average, with 1,161 crimes compared to 1,201. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Kew witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kew Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Kew has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 1.17 ranking 10th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Kew crimes were 1,154. The crime rate of Kew in 2024 was 15.37 (year) or 1.28 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kew were around 1,161 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.46 (year) or 1.29 (month) ranking 10 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
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
Blundellsands41 20587 20591 20

Kew Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (58 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (65 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 56 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (78 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (51 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (23 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 569 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 47.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202533
January 202550
December 202435
November 202433
October 202446
September 202458
August 202465
July 202456
June 202478
May 202451
April 202429

A total of 70 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20254
January 20256
December 20248
November 20249
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 61 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
October 20248
September 20246
August 20245
July 20246
June 20246
May 20246
April 20247

A total of 123 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20259
January 202524
December 20247
November 20248
October 202411
September 202410
August 202410
July 202411
June 202418
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 98 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20252
December 202410
November 20248
October 20245
September 20247
August 20246
July 202412
June 202414
May 202412
April 20249

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20252
December 20248
November 20241
September 20244
August 20247
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 152 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20259
January 202512
December 202411
November 202411
October 202410
September 20244
August 20247
July 202417
June 202424
May 202414
April 202423

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
October 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
May 20244

High Crime Locations Kew in March 2025

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

1. Redwood Way (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Public order3
Drugs2
Other crime2
3. Bridge Grove (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Hamlet Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hampton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hospital (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
8. Ripon Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Langford Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Eaton Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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