Crime Rate in Bewsey and Whitecross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bewsey and Whitecross

The total recorded crimes in Bewsey and Whitecross, Warrington, UK in May 2025 are around 468 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bewsey and Whitecross crime rate of 14.17 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 Bewsey and Whitecross, encompassing approximately 33,038 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (194) incidents (3.74% increase)
  • Public order: (81) incidents (92.86% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (46) incidents (53.33% increase)
Bewsey and Whitecross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 36
  • Police Station with total crimes: 24
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 24

How safe is Bewsey and Whitecross?

To understand the safety of Bewsey and Whitecross, we need to analyze Bewsey and Whitecross crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Warrington:

    • In 2024, Bewsey and Whitecross reported a higher crime volume than the Warrington average, with 6,185 crimes compared to 885. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bewsey and Whitecross witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

    • In 2023, Bewsey and Whitecross experienced a greater number of crimes than the Warrington average, with 5,924 crimes compared to 860. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bewsey and Whitecross witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Warrington, Bewsey and Whitecross has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Bewsey and Whitecross Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Bewsey and Whitecross has recorded 468 crimes with crime rate of 14.17 ranking 1th out of 21 in the Warrington, UK

In 2024, the total Bewsey and Whitecross crimes were 6,185. The crime rate of Bewsey and Whitecross in 2024 was 187.21 (year) or 15.60 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Warrington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bewsey and Whitecross were around 5,924 crimes with yearly crime rate of 179.31 (year) or 14.94 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Warrington.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bewsey and Whitecross)CrimesRank (Bewsey and Whitecross)CrimesRank (Bewsey and Whitecross)
Fairfield and Howley113 31,390 31,528 2
Poplars and Hulme120 21,540 21,431 3
Orford111 41,334 41,343 4
Latchford East100 5966 5906 5
Birchwood53 8888 6898 6
Great Sankey South61 6609 9577 10
Latchford West55 7653 8692 7
Poulton North42 11693 7678 9
Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft38 13574 10684 8
Rixton and Woolston48 9474 14511 11
Burtonwood and Winwick48 10504 13499 12
Stockton Heath20 19569 11383 15
Chapelford and Old Hall24 18510 12472 13
Westbrook39 12421 15388 14
Appleton34 14336 19352 17
Lymm North and Thelwall34 15353 17286 19
Lymm South17 20340 18357 16
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall30 16376 16279 20
Penketh and Cuerdley26 17319 20296 18
Poulton South7 22191 22233 21
Grappenhall16 21237 21209 22

Bewsey and Whitecross Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (194 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (81 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (187 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (60 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (164 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (57 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 177 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 47 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (171 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (53 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 217 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 48 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (117 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (52 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (144 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (170 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (69 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (183 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (68 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 238 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 64 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 605 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 55.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 81 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202581
April 202542
March 202555
February 202547
January 202552
December 202442
November 202452
October 202436
September 202469
August 202468
July 202461

A total of 1962 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 178.36 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 238 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025194
April 2025187
March 2025164
February 2025177
January 2025171
December 2024217
November 2024117
October 2024144
September 2024170
August 2024183
July 2024238

A total of 39 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.88 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
January 20257
December 20248
October 20248
August 20241
July 20249

A total of 405 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 36.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 57 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202546
April 202530
March 202557
February 202524
January 202541
December 202424
November 202427
October 202418
September 202451
August 202448
July 202439

A total of 439 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 39.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202533
April 202560
March 202519
February 202538
January 202553
December 202448
November 202432
October 202435
September 202446
August 202432
July 202443

A total of 416 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.82 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202532
April 202548
March 202541
February 202520
January 202519
December 202418
November 202441
October 202441
September 202432
August 202460
July 202464

A total of 109 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.91 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202510
March 202510
February 202515
January 20258
December 202412
November 202417
October 20248
September 20244
August 20243
July 202411

A total of 252 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 22.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202529
April 202524
March 202520
February 202520
January 202518
December 202417
November 202414
October 202429
September 202432
August 202418
July 202431

A total of 93 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.45 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20257
March 20259
February 202516
January 20259
December 20245
November 202423
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20245

A total of 282 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 25.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202515
March 202531
February 202535
January 202517
December 202426
November 202417
October 202433
September 202431
August 202436
July 202417

A total of 64 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 202513
March 20251
February 20255
January 20259
December 202415
November 20242
October 20242
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246

A total of 21 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242

A total of 109 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20256
March 202511
February 202512
January 20252
December 202415
November 20248
October 202410
September 202411
August 202415
July 202418

A total of 101 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.18 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 202512
March 202514
February 20259
January 20258
December 202422
November 20246
October 20245
September 20246
August 20242
July 202416

High Crime Locations Bewsey and Whitecross in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bewsey and Whitecross postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total36
Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson6
Drugs6
Public order6
2. Police Station (Map)
Total24
Violence and sexual offences12
Other crime6
Public order6
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total24
Shoplifting24
4. Paul Street (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences18
5. Dixon Street (Map)
Total18
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft6
Violence and sexual offences6
6. Garibaldi Street (Map)
Total18
Public order12
Violence and sexual offences6
7. Leicester Street (Map)
Total18
Public order12
Drugs6
8. Shopping Area (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Burglary1
9. Shopping Area (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
10. Nicholson Street (Map)
Total12
Public order6
Violence and sexual offences6

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