Crime Rate in Ravenmeols: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ravenmeols

The total recorded crimes in Ravenmeols, Sefton, UK in July 2025 are around 47 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ravenmeols crime rate of 2.58 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 Ravenmeols, encompassing approximately 18,183 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (-38.46% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
Ravenmeols Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lunt'S Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Lunt'S Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Grange Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Ravenmeols?

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

  • Relative to Sefton:

    • In 2024, Ravenmeols demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sefton average, with 577 crimes compared to 1251.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ravenmeols recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

    • In 2023, Ravenmeols had fewer crimes than the Sefton average, with 580 crimes compared to 1,201. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ravenmeols recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other areas in the Sefton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ravenmeols Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ravenmeols has recorded 47 crimes with crime rate of 2.58 ranking 20th out of 21 in the Sefton, UK

In 2024, the total Ravenmeols crimes were 577. The crime rate of Ravenmeols in 2024 was 31.73 (year) or 2.64 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Sefton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ravenmeols were around 580 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.90 (year) or 2.66 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Sefton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ravenmeols)CrimesRank (Ravenmeols)CrimesRank (Ravenmeols)
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
Harington59 17629 18672 17
Birkdale44 21653 17659 18
Blundellsands56 18587 20591 20
Meols48 19606 19604 19
Park42 22560 22496 22

Ravenmeols 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 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Public order 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 Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 206 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202526
May 202522
April 202515
March 202520
February 202526
January 202513
December 202419
November 202413
October 202412
September 20249
August 202415

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20244

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
April 20251
March 20259
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 37 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20255
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20248
October 20249
September 20243

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 63 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.73 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20253
May 20255
April 20256
March 20256
February 20251
December 20246
November 20242
October 202411
September 20246
August 20248

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20246
October 20244
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245

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

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

High Crime Locations Ravenmeols in July 2025

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

1. Lunt'S Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs1
Other crime1
2. Lunt'S Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Grange Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Wheatstone Road (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
5. Church Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Cross Green (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
7. Liverpool Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. The Warren (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. North End Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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