Crime Rate in Middleforth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Middleforth

The total recorded crimes in Middleforth, South Ribble, UK in March 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Middleforth crime rate of 4.15 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 Middleforth, encompassing approximately 15,653 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-23.53% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Middleforth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Marl Croft with total crimes: 7
  • Evesham Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Bannister'S Bit with total crimes: 4

How safe is Middleforth?

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

  • Relative to South Ribble:

    • In 2024, Middleforth reported a higher crime volume than the South Ribble average, with 781 crimes compared to 506. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Middleforth witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Middleforth experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Ribble average, with 668 crimes compared to 447. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Middleforth witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Ribble, Middleforth has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Middleforth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Middleforth has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 4.15 ranking 4th out of 22 in the South Ribble, UK

In 2024, the total Middleforth crimes were 781. The crime rate of Middleforth in 2024 was 49.89 (year) or 4.16 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the South Ribble.

In 2023, the total crimes in Middleforth were around 668 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.67 (year) or 3.56 (month) ranking 5 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
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
Farington East12 21236 19142 22
Walton-le-Dale East11 23107 23143 21

Middleforth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20257
January 20256
December 20245
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 302 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202524
January 202522
December 202433
November 202415
October 202421
September 202419
August 202421
July 202417
June 202448
May 202428
April 202424

A total of 218 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202517
January 202518
December 202424
November 20248
October 202414
September 202416
August 202425
July 202422
June 202432
May 202416
April 202413

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Middleforth in March 2025

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

1. Marl Croft (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences7
2. Evesham Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Bannister'S Bit (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
5. Woodburn Grove (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Malthouse Way (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
8. Prospect Place (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. New Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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