Crime Rate in Litherland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Litherland

The total recorded crimes in Litherland, Sefton, UK in May 2025 are around 107 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Litherland crime rate of 2.94 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 Litherland, encompassing approximately 36,418 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (44) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (23) incidents (130.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
Litherland Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bryant Road with total crimes: 10
  • Ocean Road with total crimes: 5
  • Jacobs Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Litherland?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Litherland demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 1223 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Litherland witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

    • In 2023, Litherland experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sefton average, with 1,244 crimes compared to 1,201. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Litherland witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Litherland Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Litherland has recorded 107 crimes with crime rate of 2.94 ranking 11th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Litherland crimes were 1,223. The crime rate of Litherland in 2024 was 33.58 (year) or 2.80 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Litherland were around 1,244 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.16 (year) or 2.85 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Litherland)CrimesRank (Litherland)CrimesRank (Litherland)
Linacre264 13,113 23,138 1
Duke's238 23,632 12,678 2
Derby166 31,851 32,004 3
Church112 101,495 61,613 4
Molyneux145 41,758 41,352 8
St Oswald129 61,605 51,520 5
Netherton and Orrell137 51,454 71,458 7
Ford120 71,386 81,512 6
Kew119 81,154 101,161 10
Cambridge116 91,020 121,039 11
Norwood62 161,076 11975 12
Harington82 12629 18672 17
Ainsdale57 18711 16816 13
Sudell71 14830 13697 16
Manor78 13783 15815 14
Victoria55 19825 14788 15
Blundellsands69 15587 20591 20
Birkdale62 17653 17659 18
Meols32 21606 19604 19
Ravenmeols46 20577 21580 21
Park27 22560 22496 22

Litherland Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (86 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 123 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202511
March 20255
February 202511
January 20259
December 20243
November 202413
October 20246
September 20248
August 20249
July 20246
June 202416
May 202412

A total of 563 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 43.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 86 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202544
April 202540
March 202533
February 202538
January 202527
December 202434
November 202447
October 202443
September 202441
August 202446
July 202447
June 202486
May 202437

A total of 148 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202510
March 202511
February 202512
January 202511
December 20246
November 20244
October 202412
September 20248
August 202410
July 202414
June 202412
May 202415

A total of 82 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.31 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20257
February 20251
January 20257
December 20245
November 20247
October 202410
September 20244
August 20244
July 202412
June 202410
May 202411

A total of 38 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20256
February 20251
January 20255
December 20247
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 156 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 202518
March 20259
February 20253
January 20259
December 20247
November 202413
October 20246
September 202417
August 202413
July 20248
June 202422
May 202423

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20245
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 87 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.69 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 202511
March 20258
February 20256
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20246
August 20249
July 20248
June 20248
May 20248

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations Litherland in May 2025

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

1. Bryant Road (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Ocean Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Other theft1
3. Jacobs Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Alt Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
5. Kilburn Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Dunnings Bridge Road (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
8. Chelsea Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
9. Alpha Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ismay Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Robbery1

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