The total recorded crimes in Walton-le-Dale East, South Ribble, UK in July 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walton-le-Dale East crime rate of 3.64 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 TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
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 areas in the South Ribble.
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 areas in the South Ribble.
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.
In July 2025 the Walton-le-Dale East has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 3.64 ranking 20th 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.
| Area | July 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Walton-le-Dale East) | Crimes | Rank (Walton-le-Dale East) | Crimes | Rank (Walton-le-Dale East) | |
| Earnshaw Bridge | 150 | 1 | 1,563 | 1 | 1,299 | 1 |
| Leyland Central | 86 | 2 | 1,019 | 2 | 865 | 2 |
| Bamber Bridge East | 53 | 5 | 859 | 3 | 765 | 3 |
| Middleforth | 73 | 3 | 781 | 4 | 668 | 5 |
| Bamber Bridge West | 53 | 4 | 749 | 5 | 729 | 4 |
| Seven Stars | 41 | 12 | 703 | 6 | 664 | 6 |
| Lostock Hall | 49 | 6 | 548 | 9 | 503 | 10 |
| Broadfield | 34 | 14 | 546 | 10 | 586 | 7 |
| Samlesbury & Walton | 47 | 8 | 597 | 7 | 525 | 8 |
| St Ambrose | 47 | 7 | 550 | 8 | 515 | 9 |
| Farington West | 45 | 9 | 446 | 12 | 217 | 15 |
| New Longton & Hutton East | 44 | 10 | 376 | 14 | 495 | 11 |
| Coupe Green & Gregson Lane | 43 | 11 | 480 | 11 | 336 | 13 |
| Moss Side | 33 | 15 | 443 | 13 | 491 | 12 |
| Broad Oak | 36 | 13 | 298 | 15 | 308 | 14 |
| Buckshaw & Worden | 28 | 16 | 280 | 16 | 191 | 16 |
| Hoole | 13 | 22 | 253 | 17 | 184 | 17 |
| Charnock | 26 | 17 | 199 | 21 | 141 | 23 |
| Longton & Hutton West | 18 | 21 | 226 | 20 | 173 | 18 |
| Howick & Priory | 9 | 23 | 239 | 18 | 168 | 20 |
| Walton-le-Dale West | 24 | 18 | 138 | 22 | 168 | 19 |
| Farington East | 21 | 19 | 236 | 19 | 142 | 22 |
July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.
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).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 5.86 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 14 |
| June 2025 | 9 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 4 |
| January 2025 | 4 |
A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 33 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 4.71 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 12 |
| May 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 7 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Burglary incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
A total of 5 Public order incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
A total of 4 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Walton-le-Dale East postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 6 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 6 |
| Total | 4 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |