Crime Rate in Norwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Norwood

The total recorded crimes in Norwood, Sefton, UK in February 2026 are around 68 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Norwood crime rate of 1.72 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 Norwood, encompassing approximately 39,578 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (39) incidents (-2.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Drugs: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Norwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kensington Road with total crimes: 7
  • Victory Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Bretton Fold with total crimes: 4

How safe is Norwood?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Norwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 1076 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Norwood witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

    • In 2023, Norwood had fewer crimes than the Sefton average, with 975 crimes compared to 1,201. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Norwood recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Norwood Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Norwood crimes were 1,076. The crime rate of Norwood in 2024 was 27.19 (year) or 2.27 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Norwood were around 975 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.63 (year) or 2.05 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Norwood)CrimesRank (Norwood)CrimesRank (Norwood)
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
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
BlundellsandsNA NA587 20591 20
RavenmeolsNA NA577 21580 21
ParkNA NA560 22496 22

Norwood 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 39 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 26 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 64 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20266
December 20255
November 20255
October 20254
September 20256
August 20255
July 20257
June 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20256
February 20255

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20251
November 20252
October 20252
September 20253
August 20252
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 69 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.31 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20266
December 20254
November 20252
October 20258
September 20253
August 202510
July 20251
June 20258
May 20253
April 20257
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 432 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 33.23 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202639
January 202640
December 202536
November 202527
October 202528
September 202528
August 202535
July 202534
June 202532
May 202536
April 202528
March 202543
February 202526

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20262
December 202510
November 20254
October 20251
September 20254
August 20259
July 20254
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20257

A total of 45 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20262
December 20252
November 20251
October 20254
September 20255
August 20254
July 20254
June 20255
May 20251
April 20255
March 20259

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20263
December 20257
November 20256
October 20252
September 20256
August 20256
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20256
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 37 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20264
December 20253
November 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20255
June 20255
May 20255
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 36 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
October 20253
September 20251
March 20252

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20252
October 20255
September 20252
August 20251
July 20256
June 20252
May 20253
March 20251

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251

High Crime Locations Norwood in February 2026

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

1. Kensington Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Victory Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Bretton Fold (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
4. St Luke'S Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Public order1
6. Lawson Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Wavell Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Parkside Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. High Park Place (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Poulton Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

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