Crime Rate in Farington East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Farington East

The total recorded crimes in Farington East, South Ribble, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Farington East crime rate of 2.28 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 Farington East, encompassing approximately 5,254 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Farington East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mill Street with total crimes: 4
  • East Street with total crimes: 2
  • Kieshaw Drive with total crimes: 1

How safe is Farington East?

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

  • Relative to South Ribble:

    • In 2024, Farington East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Ribble average, with 236 crimes compared to 506.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Farington East recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Farington East had fewer crimes than the South Ribble average, with 142 crimes compared to 447. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Farington East recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Farington East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Farington East has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 2.28 ranking 21th out of 22 in the South Ribble, UK

In 2024, the total Farington East crimes were 236. The crime rate of Farington East in 2024 was 44.91 (year) or 3.74 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the South Ribble.

In 2023, the total crimes in Farington East were around 142 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.02 (year) or 2.25 (month) ranking 22 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
Charnock24 15199 21141 23
Buckshaw & Worden23 16280 16191 16
Longton & Hutton West16 19226 20173 18
Howick & Priory16 20239 18168 20
Walton-le-Dale West12 22138 22168 19
Walton-le-Dale East11 23107 23143 21

Farington East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 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 Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 90 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20247
July 20243
June 202420
May 20246
April 202413

A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20248
September 202410
August 20246
July 20244
June 20246
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
September 20242
August 20244
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20242
August 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20245
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20243
August 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 Farington East in March 2025

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

1. Mill Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
2. East Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Kieshaw Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. St Michael'S Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Clifton Parade (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Gloucester Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Farington Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Stanley Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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