Crime Rate in Longton & Hutton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Longton & Hutton West

The total recorded crimes in Longton & Hutton West, South Ribble, UK in July 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Longton & Hutton West crime rate of 6.83 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 Longton & Hutton West, encompassing approximately 2,634 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-61.54% decrease)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Longton & Hutton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cockersand Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Chapel Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2

How safe is Longton & Hutton West?

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

  • Relative to South Ribble:

    • In 2024, Longton & Hutton West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Ribble average, with 226 crimes compared to 506.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Longton & Hutton West recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 22 other areas in the South Ribble.

    • In 2023, Longton & Hutton West had fewer crimes than the South Ribble average, with 173 crimes compared to 447. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Longton & Hutton West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 22 other areas in the South Ribble.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Longton & Hutton West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Longton & Hutton West has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 6.83 ranking 21th out of 22 in the South Ribble, UK

In 2024, the total Longton & Hutton West crimes were 226. The crime rate of Longton & Hutton West in 2024 was 85.78 (year) or 7.15 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the South Ribble.

In 2023, the total crimes in Longton & Hutton West were around 173 crimes with yearly crime rate of 65.66 (year) or 5.47 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the South Ribble.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Longton & Hutton West)CrimesRank (Longton & Hutton West)CrimesRank (Longton & Hutton West)
Earnshaw Bridge150 11,563 11,299 1
Leyland Central86 21,019 2865 2
Bamber Bridge East53 5859 3765 3
Middleforth73 3781 4668 5
Bamber Bridge West53 4749 5729 4
Seven Stars41 12703 6664 6
Lostock Hall49 6548 9503 10
Broadfield34 14546 10586 7
Samlesbury & Walton47 8597 7525 8
St Ambrose47 7550 8515 9
Farington West45 9446 12217 15
New Longton & Hutton East44 10376 14495 11
Coupe Green & Gregson Lane43 11480 11336 13
Moss Side33 15443 13491 12
Broad Oak36 13298 15308 14
Buckshaw & Worden28 16280 16191 16
Hoole13 22253 17184 17
Charnock26 17199 21141 23
Howick & Priory9 23239 18168 20
Walton-le-Dale West24 18138 22168 19
Farington East21 19236 19142 22
Walton-le-Dale East21 20107 23143 21

Longton & Hutton West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20255
May 20255
April 20258
March 20254
February 20254
January 20257
December 20245
November 20246

A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 52 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.78 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202513
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
February 202510
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
March 20252
December 20242
November 20242

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20252

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251

High Crime Locations Longton & Hutton West in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Longton & Hutton West postcode area is presented below.

1. Cockersand Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Orchard Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Blackhurst Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Rymer Grove (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Grove Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Arkholme Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Applesike (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Osbert Croft (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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