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

Overview of Crime in Walton-le-Dale West

The total recorded crimes in Walton-le-Dale West, South Ribble, UK in July 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walton-le-Dale West crime rate of 4.66 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 West, encompassing approximately 5,150 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (44.44% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Walton-le-Dale West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Drakes Hollow with total crimes: 6
  • Brookbridge Close with total crimes: 2
  • Denby Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Walton-le-Dale West?

To understand the safety of Walton-le-Dale West, we need to analyze Walton-le-Dale West 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 West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Ribble average, with 138 crimes compared to 506.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Walton-le-Dale West recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the South Ribble.

    • In 2023, Walton-le-Dale West had fewer crimes than the South Ribble average, with 168 crimes compared to 447. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Walton-le-Dale West recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 22 other areas in the South Ribble.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Ribble, Walton-le-Dale West 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 West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Walton-le-Dale West has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 4.66 ranking 18th out of 22 in the South Ribble, UK

In 2024, the total Walton-le-Dale West crimes were 138. The crime rate of Walton-le-Dale West in 2024 was 26.79 (year) or 2.23 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the South Ribble.

In 2023, the total crimes in Walton-le-Dale West were around 168 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.62 (year) or 2.72 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the South Ribble.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Walton-le-Dale West)CrimesRank (Walton-le-Dale West)CrimesRank (Walton-le-Dale 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
Longton & Hutton West18 21226 20173 18
Howick & Priory9 23239 18168 20
Farington East21 19236 19142 22
Walton-le-Dale East21 20107 23143 21

Walton-le-Dale 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 13 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 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 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20259
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 60 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 202514
April 20255
March 20251
February 20255
January 20257
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
August 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241

A total of 3 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
March 20251
August 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Walton-le-Dale West in July 2025

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

1. Drakes Hollow (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Brookbridge Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Denby Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Allerton Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Clough Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Hunters Lodge (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Windsor Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Chatsworth Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Sefton Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Osborne Road (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1

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