Crime Rate in Ravenmeols: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ravenmeols

The total recorded crimes in Ravenmeols, Sefton, UK in March 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (-23.08% decrease)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
Ravenmeols Crime Hotspots

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

  • Whitehouse Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3
  • Lovelady Grove with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Ravenmeols has recorded 47 crimes with crime rate of 2.58 ranking 19th 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.

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
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
Blundellsands41 20587 20591 20

Ravenmeols Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
June 202416
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 4 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
June 20242

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20246
October 20244
September 20246
August 20243
July 20244
June 202410
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 217 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202526
January 202513
December 202419
November 202413
October 202412
September 20249
August 202415
July 202420
June 202442
May 202415
April 202413

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 80 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
December 20246
November 20242
October 202411
September 20246
August 20248
July 20247
June 202420
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20248
October 20249
September 20243
July 20241
June 202412
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Ravenmeols in March 2025

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

1. Whitehouse Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Lovelady Grove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Shoplifting1
4. Carr House Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order2
5. Lunt'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Alt Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Cartmel Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order2
8. Cross Green (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Whalley Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Kensington Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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