Crime Rate in Walton-le-Dale East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Walton-le-Dale East

The total recorded crimes in Walton-le-Dale East, South Ribble, UK in March 2025 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walton-le-Dale East crime rate of 1.91 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 Walton-le-Dale East, encompassing approximately 5,767 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Walton-le-Dale East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pear Tree Crescent with total crimes: 2
  • Grenville Avenue with total crimes: 1
  • Severn Drive with total crimes: 1

How safe is Walton-le-Dale East?

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

  • Relative to South Ribble:

    • In 2024, Walton-le-Dale East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Ribble average, with 107 crimes compared to 506.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Walton-le-Dale East recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Walton-le-Dale East had fewer crimes than the South Ribble average, with 143 crimes compared to 447. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Walton-le-Dale East recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Walton-le-Dale East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Walton-le-Dale East has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 1.91 ranking 23th out of 22 in the South Ribble, UK

In 2024, the total Walton-le-Dale East crimes were 107. The crime rate of Walton-le-Dale East in 2024 was 18.55 (year) or 1.55 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the South Ribble.

In 2023, the total crimes in Walton-le-Dale East were around 143 crimes with yearly crime rate of 24.80 (year) or 2.07 (month) ranking 21 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
Farington East12 21236 19142 22

Walton-le-Dale East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 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 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 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 (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
July 20242

A total of 4 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20248
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 34 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20243
June 20242

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

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Walton-le-Dale East in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Walton-le-Dale East postcode area is presented below.

1. Pear Tree Crescent (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
2. Grenville Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Severn Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Wellington Place (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Chestnut Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Alderwood Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Farm Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Somersby Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Holland House Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Ilway (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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