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 May 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walton-le-Dale West crime rate of 5.05 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (180.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
Walton-le-Dale West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Denby Close with total crimes: 4
  • Cavendish Place with total crimes: 3
  • Marlborough Drive 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 May 2025 the Walton-le-Dale West has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 5.05 ranking 16th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Walton-le-Dale West)CrimesRank (Walton-le-Dale West)CrimesRank (Walton-le-Dale West)
Earnshaw Bridge66 31,563 11,299 1
Leyland Central97 11,019 2865 2
Middleforth68 2781 4668 5
Bamber Bridge East51 7859 3765 3
Bamber Bridge West53 6749 5729 4
Seven Stars65 4703 6664 6
Lostock Hall61 5548 9503 10
Broadfield37 12546 10586 7
Samlesbury & Walton39 9597 7525 8
St Ambrose37 11550 8515 9
Moss Side44 8443 13491 12
Coupe Green & Gregson Lane39 10480 11336 13
New Longton & Hutton East28 14376 14495 11
Farington West22 18446 12217 15
Buckshaw & Worden29 13280 16191 16
Broad Oak23 17298 15308 14
Farington East26 15236 19142 22
Hoole15 23253 17184 17
Longton & Hutton West16 22226 20173 18
Howick & Priory17 21239 18168 20
Charnock22 19199 21141 23
Walton-le-Dale East19 20107 23143 21

Walton-le-Dale West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 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.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 55 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 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
May 202514
April 20255
March 20251
February 20255
January 20257
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 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 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 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 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 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 May 2025

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

1. Denby Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Cavendish Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Marlborough Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Millwood Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Oakwood Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Drakes Hollow (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Allerton Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Windsor Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Cinnamon Hill Drive North (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Kent Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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