Crime Rate in Newton-le-Willows West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newton-le-Willows West

The total recorded crimes in Newton-le-Willows West, St. Helens, UK in March 2025 are around 109 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newton-le-Willows West crime rate of 4.50 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 Newton-le-Willows West, encompassing approximately 24,213 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (-10.42% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
  • Drugs: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
Newton-le-Willows West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Grafton Street with total crimes: 7
  • Wellington Street with total crimes: 6
  • Sceptre Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Newton-le-Willows West?

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

  • Relative to St. Helens:

    • In 2024, Newton-le-Willows West reported a higher crime volume than the St. Helens average, with 1,475 crimes compared to 1,105. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Newton-le-Willows West witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Newton-le-Willows West experienced a greater number of crimes than the St. Helens average, with 1,322 crimes compared to 1,162. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newton-le-Willows West witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in St. Helens, Newton-le-Willows West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Newton-le-Willows West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Newton-le-Willows West has recorded 109 crimes with crime rate of 4.50 ranking 3th out of 17 in the St. Helens, UK

In 2024, the total Newton-le-Willows West crimes were 1,475. The crime rate of Newton-le-Willows West in 2024 was 60.92 (year) or 5.08 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the St. Helens.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newton-le-Willows West were around 1,322 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.60 (year) or 4.55 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the St. Helens.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (St. Helens)CrimesRank (St. Helens)CrimesRank (St. Helens)
St Helens Town Centre314 13,888 14,207 1
Parr186 22,179 22,519 2
Haydock103 41,165 51,398 3
Thatto Heath88 81,163 61,331 4
Peasley Cross & Fingerpost97 51,204 41,212 7
West Park95 71,097 91,282 6
Bold & Lea Green95 61,115 81,159 8
Newton-le-Willows East77 91,130 7967 9
Blackbrook74 10932 10936 10
Moss Bank64 11846 11819 11
Windle48 14708 12772 12
Rainhill56 12683 13604 14
Sutton South East55 13657 14714 13
Eccleston37 16472 15504 15
Billinge & Seneley Green44 15436 16409 16
Rainford27 18375 17401 17
Sutton North West33 17370 18352 18

Newton-le-Willows West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (44 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (110 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 166 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202516
January 20259
December 202410
November 202415
October 202412
September 20248
August 202417
July 20248
June 202426
May 202420
April 202418

A total of 115 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202519
January 20253
December 202414
November 202411
October 20244
September 20247
August 20245
July 20244
June 202422
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 592 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 49.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 110 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202543
February 202548
January 202540
December 202444
November 202435
October 202444
September 202444
August 202447
July 202444
June 2024110
May 202439
April 202454

A total of 178 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202518
January 202510
December 202422
November 202414
October 202418
September 20249
August 20246
July 20245
June 202426
May 202416
April 202418

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 66 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 202411
September 20247
August 20244
July 20244
June 202414
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 59 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20246
August 20245
July 202410
June 202414
April 20243

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 98 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202510
January 20256
December 20249
November 202411
October 202411
September 20247
August 20241
July 20245
June 202410
May 20247
April 202410

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
July 20242

A total of 85 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 202419
October 20242
September 20243
August 202419
July 20248
June 202410
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Newton-le-Willows West in March 2025

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

1. Grafton Street (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting7
2. Wellington Street (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Sceptre Close (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Legh Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
5. Yew Tree Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Weedon Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. King Street (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Vehicle crime1
8. Houghton Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Wellington Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
10. Davies Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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