Crime Rate in Charnock: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Charnock

The total recorded crimes in Charnock, South Ribble, UK in March 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Charnock crime rate of 5.24 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 Charnock, encompassing approximately 4,579 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Charnock Crime Hotspots

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

  • Eavesham Close with total crimes: 5
  • Bee Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Mark Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Charnock?

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

  • Relative to South Ribble:

    • In 2024, Charnock demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Ribble average, with 199 crimes compared to 506.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Charnock recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Charnock had fewer crimes than the South Ribble average, with 141 crimes compared to 447. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Charnock recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Ribble, Charnock has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Charnock Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Charnock has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 5.24 ranking 15th out of 22 in the South Ribble, UK

In 2024, the total Charnock crimes were 199. The crime rate of Charnock in 2024 was 43.46 (year) or 3.62 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the South Ribble.

In 2023, the total crimes in Charnock were around 141 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.79 (year) or 2.57 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the South Ribble.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Ribble)CrimesRank (South Ribble)CrimesRank (South Ribble)
Earnshaw Bridge111 11,563 11,299 1
Leyland Central103 21,019 2865 2
Bamber Bridge East69 3859 3765 3
Bamber Bridge West64 5749 5729 4
Middleforth65 4781 4668 5
Seven Stars62 6703 6664 6
Broadfield45 7546 10586 7
Samlesbury & Walton44 8597 7525 8
St Ambrose43 9550 8515 9
Lostock Hall31 12548 9503 10
Moss Side40 10443 13491 12
New Longton & Hutton East18 18376 14495 11
Coupe Green & Gregson Lane37 11480 11336 13
Farington West29 13446 12217 15
Broad Oak20 17298 15308 14
Hoole26 14253 17184 17
Buckshaw & Worden23 16280 16191 16
Longton & Hutton West16 19226 20173 18
Howick & Priory16 20239 18168 20
Walton-le-Dale West12 22138 22168 19
Farington East12 21236 19142 22
Walton-le-Dale East11 23107 23143 21

Charnock Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202510
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246
July 20247
June 202414
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 74 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20254
December 20248
November 20243
October 20245
September 20245
August 20245
July 20246
June 202418
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Charnock in March 2025

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

1. Eavesham Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
2. Bee Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Mark Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Belle Field Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
5. B5254 (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Half Acre (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Rookery Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Garden Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Burwood Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Bilsborough Hey (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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