Crime Rate in Molyneux: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Molyneux

The total recorded crimes in Molyneux, Sefton, UK in March 2025 are around 129 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Molyneux crime rate of 6.55 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 Molyneux, encompassing approximately 19,684 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (-3.12% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (27) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (23) incidents (-4.17% decrease)
Molyneux Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 20
  • Topham Drive with total crimes: 18
  • Molyneux Way with total crimes: 8

How safe is Molyneux?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Molyneux reported a higher crime volume than the Sefton average, with 1,758 crimes compared to 1,251. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Molyneux witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Molyneux experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sefton average, with 1,352 crimes compared to 1,201. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Molyneux witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sefton, Molyneux has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Molyneux Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Molyneux has recorded 129 crimes with crime rate of 6.55 ranking 4th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Molyneux crimes were 1,758. The crime rate of Molyneux in 2024 was 89.31 (year) or 7.44 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Molyneux were around 1,352 crimes with yearly crime rate of 68.68 (year) or 5.72 (month) ranking 8 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
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
Blundellsands41 20587 20591 20

Molyneux Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (41 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (36 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (56 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (106 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (80 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (82 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (38 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.82 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
November 20246
October 20247
September 20242
August 20243
July 20248
June 202416
May 20244
April 202420

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20243
August 20247
July 20244
June 20248
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 88 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20259
January 20256
December 20244
October 20246
September 20249
August 20247
July 20245
June 202410
May 20246
April 202410

A total of 570 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 47.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202532
January 202540
December 202443
November 202443
October 202430
September 202448
August 202456
July 202430
June 2024106
May 202429
April 202482

A total of 156 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202511
January 202511
December 20244
November 202410
October 20245
September 202415
August 20246
July 202413
June 202430
May 202419
April 202418

A total of 311 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 80 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202524
January 202541
December 202419
November 202413
October 202423
September 202411
August 202414
July 202415
June 202480
May 202410
April 202438

A total of 362 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202518
January 202516
December 202426
November 202438
October 202438
September 202436
August 202426
July 202421
June 202444
May 202438
April 202434

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 74 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20251
December 20244
November 20245
October 202417
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 20248
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 94 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20255
December 20243
November 20249
October 20243
September 20247
August 20248
July 20245
June 202416
May 202413
April 202417

A total of 27 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
August 20241

A total of 12 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
September 20242
August 20242
June 20246

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
September 20241
April 20246

High Crime Locations Molyneux in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total20
Criminal damage and arson8
Shoplifting6
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Topham Drive (Map)
Total18
Public order6
Shoplifting6
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Molyneux Way (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting6
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Heysham Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
5. Shopping Area (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Shoplifting4
6. Villas Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
7. Grand National Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
8. Oundle Drive (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Merchant Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
10. Denstone Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

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